Description
Loaded Baked Potato Salad is a creamy, flavorful twist on the classic potato salad, perfect for any gathering or potluck. This delightful dish combines tender baked potatoes with crispy bacon, tangy cheddar cheese, and fresh scallions, all enveloped in a rich sour cream and mayo dressing. Not only is it satisfying enough to serve as a standalone dish, but it also makes a fabulous accompaniment to grilled meats and summer barbecues. Easy to prepare ahead of time and packed with bold flavors, this Loaded Baked Potato Salad will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds russet potatoes
- 12 ounces bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
- 6 green onions (chopped)
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Pierce cleaned potatoes with a fork, coat with olive oil and salt, then roast on a baking sheet for 50-60 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly before peeling and cubing.
- While cooling, cook bacon until crispy; crumble into pieces.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine warm potatoes with dressing, bacon, green onions, and cheese in a large mixing bowl; fold gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg