How to Make All-American Loaded Baked Potato Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic American comfort food, few things can beat a loaded baked potato. The creamy, starchy goodness of a perfectly baked potato, smothered in cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions is a staple at barbecues, potlucks, and family gatherings across the country. But what if you could turn this beloved dish into a hearty, crowd-pleasing salad?

That's where this All-American Loaded Baked Potato Salad comes in. With all the flavors of a loaded baked potato in a conve...

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups cubed russet potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
  • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • ½ cup real bacon bits

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place potatoes in a pot; fill with water until potatoes are covered. Add salt; bring to boil. Simmer until potatoes are just tender enough to be pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes. Drain and run under cold water until potatoes are slightly cool.
  • Mix sour cream, creamy salad dressing, and ground black pepper together in a large bowl. Stir in Cheddar cheese, green onion, and bacon bits; add potatoes. Cover and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    434 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 57mg
    • Sodium: 1162mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 206mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 751mg