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Loaded Baked Potato Salad

Loaded Baked Potato Salad

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Loaded Baked Potato Salad is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy textures and rich flavors that everyone will adore. This delightful side dish transforms the classic baked potato experience into a hearty salad that’s perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or simply enjoying on a busy weeknight. With tender russet potatoes, a creamy dressing, and plenty of cheesy goodness, this recipe is not only satisfying but also incredibly easy to prepare. Best of all, it can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a dish that’s sure to impress!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 portions 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 6 green onions (chopped)
  • 1 1/2 cups medium cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • Optional: crispy chickpeas instead of bacon for a vegetarian option

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Clean and pierce the potatoes; coat with olive oil and salt. Bake for 50-60 minutes until tender.
  3. Let potatoes cool, then peel and chop into chunks.
  4. While cooling, cook bacon until crispy; let cool and crumble.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and sour cream; season with salt and pepper.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine potatoes, dressing, crumbled bacon (or chickpeas), green onions, and cheddar cheese. Gently mix until well combined.
  7. Chill for at least three hours before serving.
  • Author: Nova
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Side dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg