Description
Crispy potato salad is a refreshing twist on the classic dish that combines tender, flavorful potatoes with a crunchy texture and creamy dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or family gatherings, this delightful salad elevates any meal while offering a satisfying balance of flavors. Your guests will rave about it!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup bacon bits (cooked)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: In a large pot of salted water, add cubed potatoes and bring to a boil. Cook for 10–15 minutes until fork-tender.
- Cool the Potatoes: Drain and let them cool slightly.
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold in chopped green onions and bacon bits into the dressing. Then add the warm potatoes and stir carefully to coat without mashing.
- Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, crisp cooled potatoes in a hot oven or skillet before mixing. Customize your salad with ingredients like pickles or additional herbs for added flavor.