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Loaded Baked Potato Salad Recipe for Summer Gatherings


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  • Author: Bella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

This Loaded Baked Potato Salad is everything you love about a loaded baked potato—crispy bacon, creamy dressing, gooey cheddar, and green onions—tossed together in one irresistible side dish. A crowd-favorite for BBQs, potlucks, or any comfort food craving.


Ingredients

4 pounds russet potatoes
1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 cup mayonnaise
¾ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces bacon, cooked and crumbled
6 green onions, chopped
1½ cups medium cheddar cheese, shredded


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Scrub potatoes clean and pierce each one several times with a fork. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with kosher salt. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until tender. Let them cool for about 5 minutes.

  • Peel the potatoes once cool enough to handle. Cut into roughly 1-inch chunks—crumbles are welcome. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

  • While potatoes are still warm, drizzle them with apple cider vinegar. Allow them to rest and absorb flavor for 15 to 30 minutes while cooling.

  • While the potatoes cool, cook the bacon until crispy, either on the stovetop or in the oven at 400°F for 15 minutes. Let cool, then crumble.

  • In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

  • Gently fold the dressing into the cooled potatoes. Stir in the bacon, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

 

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving to allow flavors to develop. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For a lighter twist, swap sour cream with Greek yogurt and use turkey bacon.
This salad is best made a day ahead—flavors intensify as it chills.
Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Optional toppings before serving: extra cheese, green onions, or a dollop of sour cream.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking and Mixing
  • Cuisine: American