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loaded potato salad

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A creamy, flavorful potato salad loaded with bacon, cheese, and green onions, perfect for picnics and barbecues.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, cheese, loaded, potato salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced

Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Add-ins

  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Prepare the Potatoes

  • Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.

Make the Dressing

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Combine Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes, dressing, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions, and parsley. Gently fold until well mixed.

Chill and Serve

  • Cover the potato salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

This potato salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor. Adjust the ingredients to your preference, adding more bacon or cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg