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Loaded Baked Potato Salad

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Side-dishes
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Loaded Baked Potato Salad is a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic potato salad, loaded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions.


Ingredients

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Main ingredients:

  • 4 pounds russet potatoes
  • 12 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 3/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 12 ounces bacon, cooked, cooled and chopped
  • 6 green onions, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups medium cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Prepare the potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes, then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast until tender.
  2. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, bacon, green onions, and cheddar cheese.
  3. Mix the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine: Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and toss until well coated. Chill before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize this salad by adding toppings like diced bell peppers, jalapenos, or even some diced pickles.
  • For a lighter version, you can use low-fat mayonnaise and sour cream.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg