Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of comfort and freshness with this Scrumptious Loaded Baked Potato Salad. This delightful dish features buttery russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and creamy dressing, all balanced with fresh chives and sharp cheddar cheese. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy dinners, this salad is sure to impress family and friends while tantalizing their taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes: Wash and scrub the russet potatoes. In a large pot of salted water, boil them for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and cool slightly before chopping into bite-sized cubes.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the diced potatoes with bacon, cheddar cheese, and chives. Gently fold in the sour cream along with the dressing.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Garnish with additional chives or cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg