How to Make Buttermilk Potato Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Buttermilk potato salad is a delicious twist on traditional potato salad that adds a tangy and creamy flavor to this classic dish. The buttermilk dressing gives the salad a unique and refreshing taste that is perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or any time you want to enjoy a tasty and satisfying side dish.

This recipe is perfect for those who love the creamy texture of potato salad but want to experiment with new and exciting flavors. The combination of buttermilk, Dijon mustard, ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes, cut into quarters
  • ¼ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 10 slices cooked bacon, crumbled, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine salad dressing, sour cream, buttermilk, chives, and garlic in a large bowl. Add potatoes and Cheddar cheese and mix lightly. Chill for 2 1/2 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Top potato salad with bacon before serving.
  • Nutrition

    268 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 516mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 138mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 607mg