EASY potato salad recipe - Loaded potato salad

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories without sacrificing flavor.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat milk + vinegar

💰Cheaper: milk + lemon juice

Low-fat milk with vinegar mimics buttermilk's tang.

Cook bacon in the oven or fry it until crispy.

Clean red potatoes and pierce them with a fork.

Boil the pierced potatoes in water until tender.

In a bowl, combine sour cream, a little mayonnaise, and chopped green onions (both green and white parts).

Mix the dressing ingredients together until combined.

Season the dressing with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and about 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning.

Add sharp cheddar cheese to the dressing mixture.

Crumble the cooked bacon into the dressing, saving some for garnish.

Once the potatoes are tender, cut them into equal pieces (peeling is optional).

Add the cut potatoes to the dressing mixture and mix until well combined.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Plate the potato salad and garnish with reserved bacon, more green onions, and additional cheese if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens