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Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Salad with Bacon

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A creamy and flavorful baked potato salad with crispy bacon, sour cream, Greek yogurt, and cheddar cheese, perfect for summer BBQs and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds medium-sized baking potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russets)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • ½ cup sour cream (120 ml)
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt (120 ml)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise (60 ml), optional
  • 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (120 g)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 ml), optional

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the potatoes if desired. Cut into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  2. Place potato cubes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about 1 inch. Add a pinch of salt.
  3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes until potatoes are tender but not mushy.
  4. Drain potatoes in a colander and let cool completely.
  5. While potatoes cool, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), garlic powder, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  7. Add cooled potatoes, chopped bacon, shredded cheddar, chives, and green onions to the dressing. Gently fold to combine without breaking the potatoes.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
  9. Optional: Sprinkle extra cheddar and bacon on top before serving.

Notes

Use cold water to boil potatoes for even cooking and avoid mushiness. Let potatoes cool completely before mixing with dressing to prevent watery salad. Cook bacon slowly over medium heat for best crispness. For a dairy-free version, substitute sour cream and Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and use dairy-free cheese. Bacon can be baked in the oven at 400°F for 15-18 minutes as an alternative to skillet cooking.

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Keywords: potato salad, baked potato salad, bacon, summer BBQ, creamy potato salad, loaded potato salad, picnic side dish

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