Description
Father’s Day Loaded Baked Potato Salad is the perfect side dish that blends creamy, savory flavors with a satisfying crunch. Featuring tender potatoes, crispy bacon, gooey cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions, all enveloped in a rich sour cream and mayonnaise dressing, this salad is a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Whether you’re celebrating Dad or hosting a summer barbecue, this flavorful dish will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Wash and cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and chop into crumbles.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked potatoes, crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, green onions, sour cream, and mayonnaise until well combined.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently to incorporate.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to develop flavors.
- Stir before serving and garnish with additional green onions or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg