Description
Loaded Baked Potato Salad is a delightful take on the classic potato salad, combining the comforting flavors of baked potatoes with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh scallions. Tossed in a tangy dressing of sour cream and mayonnaise, this dish is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or family gatherings. It delivers bold flavors in every bite while being easy to prepare ahead of time. Serve it chilled for a refreshing side that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds russet potatoes
- 12 ounces cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 ½ cups medium cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Pierce cleaned potatoes with a fork, coat lightly with olive oil and salt, and bake for 50-60 minutes until tender.
- Cool slightly, peel, and cut potatoes into chunks. Sprinkle with apple cider vinegar.
- Cook bacon until crispy; crumble into pieces.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream with seasoning.
- Combine potatoes, bacon, green onions, and cheese in a large bowl. Fold in the dressing gently.
- Chill for at least three hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg