Loaded Potato Salad Recipe

Creamy loaded potato salad with bacon and cheddar on white counter

Loaded Potato Salad Recipe

Creamy, comforting, and packed with bacon, cheese, and ranch, this loaded potato salad is the ultimate BBQ or potluck side dish. A modern twist on the classic with rich flavors and easy prep.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 15

Chill Time: 2

Total Time: 2 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 360kcal

Cost: $10–12

Equipment

1 Stockpot For boiling potatoes
1 Colander For draining cooked potatoes
1 Mixing bowl Large enough to fold everything
1 Whisk To blend dressing ingredients
1 Cutting board For prepping bacon and chives
1 Sharp knife For chopping potatoes and herbs
1 Measuring Cups For dressing measurements

Ingredients

For the Potato Base

3 lb red potatoes cubed, skin on
1 tablespoon salt for boiling water
2 tablespoon olive oil optional for added flavor

For the Loaded Toppings

12 bacon slices thick-cut, cooked and crumbled
2 cup cheddar cheese sharp, shredded
1 cup sour cream
0.5 cup mayonnaise
0.25 cup ranch dressing
4 green onions chopped, white and green parts
0.25 cup fresh chives chopped
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes

bacon bits extra, for topping
cheddar cheese extra, for topping
paprika for color

Instructions

Boil cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender.
Drain and let potatoes cool slightly.
Mix sour cream, mayo, ranch, and seasonings.
Gently fold warm potatoes into dressing.
Add bacon, cheese, and green onions.
Garnish with toppings and chill.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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