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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 delicious way to make a loaded baked potato salad, perfect for any gathering. It combines the creamy texture of potatoes with savory bacon, cheese, and a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs potatoes cooked and cubed
  • 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3 green onions sliced

Dressing

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cook the potatoes until tender, then cool and cut them into cubes.
  • Cook bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
  • Slice the green onions and shred the cheddar cheese.

Assemble

  • In a large bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, and sliced green onions.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  • Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing. This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.