Simply Harvested

Loaded Baked Potato Salad

A hearty potato salad with a creamy dressing, sharp cheddar, crisp bacon, and chives. Red potatoes are specified in the ingredient list; russet, yellow, or white potatoes can also work, but avoid overcooking.

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 20 minutes | Chill: 3 hours or overnight | Yield: 10 servings | Method: Stovetop

Ingredients (1×)

  • 3 pounds red potatoes, washed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 10 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 2–3 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives

Double Batch (2×)

  • 6 pounds red potatoes
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 20 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 4–6 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives

Triple Batch (3×)

  • 9 pounds red potatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 cups sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 3 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 30 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 6–9 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives

Instructions

  1. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer 9–10 minutes, until fork-tender.
  2. Drain potatoes and rinse with cold water. Allow to cool completely.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  4. When potatoes have cooled, place in a large bowl. Pour dressing over potatoes and stir to coat. Mix in cheddar, bacon, and green onions or chives.
  5. Chill for 3 hours or overnight.
  6. Garnish with additional cheese, bacon, and onions, if desired.

Choosing Potatoes

  • Russet potatoes: Soft, slightly creamy texture similar to baked potatoes; take care not to overcook.
  • Red potatoes: Hold their shape well.
  • Yukon Gold potatoes: Balanced starchy and waxy texture.
  • White potatoes: Another suitable option.

Storage

Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition (as provided)

Calories: 354; sugar: 2.2 g; sodium: 594.3 mg; fat: 24.9 g; carbohydrates: 23.4 g; protein: 9.6 g; cholesterol: 38.3 mg. Nutrition is provided by the source recipe and has not been independently verified.