Cheesy Potato Salad

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food twist with this **Cheesy Potato Salad**, a creamy, flavor-packed side dish that’s perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Tender russet potatoes are tossed in a rich, velvety dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a splash of tangy apple cider vinegar, then elevated with the irresistible combination of sharp cheddar cheese, smoky crumbled bacon, and zesty green onions. A dash of paprika and mustard adds a subtle kick, balancing the luscious textures and bold flavors in every bite. Ready in under an hour and easily made ahead, this irresistible potato salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Don’t forget to garnish with extra bacon or cheese for a show-stopping finish! Keywords: cheesy potato salad, creamy potato salad, bacon potato salad, barbecue side dish, comfort food recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 large russet potatoes
• 2 cups (shredded) sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 4 stalks (finely chopped) green onions
• 6 slices (cooked and crumbled) bacon
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.

Step 2

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook the potatoes for 12-15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, sour cream, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a large mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, transfer them to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss to coat the potatoes evenly.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and crumbled bacon. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the potato salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with additional green onions, bacon, or paprika if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2527.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4853.6

Total Fat 285.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 582.5mg	0%
Sodium 5671.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 466.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 130.6g	0%

Vitamin D 7.7IU	0%
Calcium 2103.9mg	0%
Iron 23.1mg	0%
Potassium 10571.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 37.6%