Easy Loaded Baked Potato Salad

Loaded with bold flavors and creamy textures, this Easy Loaded Baked Potato Salad is the ultimate potluck pleaser or BBQ side dish! Made with tender russet potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and a tangy sour cream and mayo dressing, this hearty dish captures all the comfort of a loaded baked potato in salad form. Green onions add a fresh pop of flavor, while a sprinkle of paprika gives it a visually vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is simple to assemble and perfect to make ahead for any gathering. Serve this chilled or at room temperature for a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds russet potatoes
• 8 slices bacon
• 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 4 whole green onions
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer the potatoes for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes cook, fry the slices of bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on a paper towel and crumble into small pieces once cooled.

Step 4

Drain the cooked potatoes and allow them to cool to room temperature for about 10 minutes.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, and black pepper. Stir until creamy.

Step 6

Add the cooled potatoes to the bowl and gently mix until the potatoes are coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Fold in the crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions. Reserve a small portion of each for garnish, if desired.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper as needed.

Step 9

Transfer the potato salad to a serving bowl. Garnish with reserved bacon, cheese, green onions, and a sprinkle of paprika if desired.

Step 10

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2012.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3633.4

Total Fat 209.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 477.6mg	0%
Sodium 5152.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 112.3g	0%

Vitamin D 10.2IU	0%
Calcium 1777.5mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 8134.6mg	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: 50.5%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 37.5%