Description
Bacon Ranch Potato Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners. This creamy, tangy dish combines tender baby potatoes with crispy bacon, vibrant green onions, and rich cheddar cheese, all tossed in a flavorful ranch dressing. With its delightful textures and irresistible taste, this potato salad is sure to become a favorite at your potlucks and barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes), then let cool slightly.
- While potatoes cook, fry bacon in a skillet until crispy. Cool and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix ranch dressing with salt and pepper. Optional: add lemon juice or garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Cut cooled potatoes into halves or quarters. Gently fold into the dressing along with green onions and cheese.
- Add chopped bacon and carefully mix to avoid breaking potatoes.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For a healthier twist, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise in the dressing. - You can prepare this salad a day ahead for enhanced flavor. - Experiment with turkey bacon or fresh herbs for unique variations.