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Creamy Loaded Potato Salad


  • Author: emilyharper
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and creamy potato salad layered with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh green onions, perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep the potatoes by washing, peeling, and cutting them into evenly sized chunks.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the potatoes; simmer until fork-tender.
  3. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and Dijon mustard in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
  4. Mix the cooked and slightly cooled potatoes with the dressing, bacon, cheddar, and green onions.
  5. Chill the potato salad in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
  6. Serve cold and enjoy!

Notes

Serve alongside grilled meats or at potlucks, and don’t forget to garnish with additional green onions or bacon.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: potato salad, creamy salad, summer recipes, side dish, BBQ