Description
Father’s Day Loaded Baked Potato Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings. This vibrant dish combines creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and tangy cheddar cheese, all tied together with zesty ranch dressing. Perfect as a side for barbecues or picnics, this loaded potato salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but also adds a splash of color to your table. Quick and easy to prepare, it can be customized to suit any palate, making it a staple for your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool before cutting into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- In a large bowl, combine potatoes, crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions, ranch dressing, and sour cream. Gently mix until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg