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A bowl of loaded baked potato salad, rich with cheese and bacon bits.

Quick way to grow 5-Star Loaded Baked Potato Salad

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to enjoy a loaded baked potato salad, perfect for a picnic or potluck. It's packed with flavor and all the fixings of a classic baked potato.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs potatoes Yukon Gold or Russet
  • 6 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3 stalks green onions sliced
Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • small bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes. Boil the potato cubes in a large pot of salted water until they are tender when pierced with a fork, which should take about 15-20 minutes.
  2. While the potatoes are cooking, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing. Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
  3. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them thoroughly and let them cool slightly. Transfer the cooled potatoes to a large mixing bowl; gently fold in the dressing, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions until all ingredients are well combined.
  4. For best results, cover the potato salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve the loaded baked potato salad chilled as a delicious side dish.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the dressing. You can also customize by adding chives or a dash of hot sauce.