Description
Loaded Potato Salad Easy Summer Salad is the perfect side dish for your summer gatherings, potlucks, and picnics. This creamy, hearty salad combines baked potatoes with crispy bacon, tangy dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese for a delightful flavor explosion in every bite. With its make-ahead convenience and customizable toppings, this salad is sure to impress guests and family alike. Plus, it tastes even better after chilling in the fridge for a couple of hours, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether served alongside grilled meats or as part of a buffet spread, this loaded potato salad is a must-try that brings comfort food to your summer table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 pound thick-cut bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1 packed cup shredded medium cheddar cheese
- Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
- Scrub the potatoes clean, pierce them with a fork, and brush with olive oil. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour until tender.
- Allow potatoes to cool slightly before peeling and cutting into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and pepper. Add potatoes and toss gently.
- Fold in bacon and cheddar cheese until evenly mixed.
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg