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potato salad with bacon recipe.

🥔 Potato Salad with Bacon Recipe

This Potato Salad with Bacon is rich, creamy, and loaded with crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and a flavorful mustard-mayo dressing. It’s the ultimate side dish for summer cookouts, potlucks, and comfort food lovers. Every bite is smoky, savory, and perfectly seasoned!

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • 🥓 Crispy bacon in every bite
  • 🥣 Creamy, tangy, and flavorful dressing
  • ⏱️ Quick and easy to prepare ahead
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for family dinners and picnics
  • 🍽️ Versatile and customizable

📝 Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 2 lbs (about 900g) baby or Yukon gold potatoes, cut into chunks
  • 6–8 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

For the dressing:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp garlic powder or smoked paprika

🍽️ Instructions

1. Cook the Potatoes

  • Place chopped potatoes in a large pot of salted water.
  • Bring to a boil and cook until tender (about 10–12 minutes).
  • Drain and let cool slightly.

2. Cook the Bacon

  • While potatoes cook, fry bacon in a skillet until crisp.
  • Transfer to paper towels, then chop into small pieces.

3. Make the Dressing

  • In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, mustard, vinegar, salt, pepper, and optional spices.

4. Assemble the Salad

  • In a large bowl, combine warm (not hot) potatoes, chopped bacon, onion, celery, and green onions.
  • Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.

5. Chill & Serve

  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for flavors to meld.
  • Garnish with parsley and extra bacon bits before serving.

👩‍🍳 Tips & Variations

  • Add chopped hard-boiled eggs for extra protein.
  • Swap mayo for light mayo or Greek yogurt for a healthier version.
  • Try red potatoes for a firmer texture.
  • Add pickles or capers for a tangy kick.

🍗 Serving Suggestions

Pair this bacon potato salad with:

  • Grilled steak, chicken, or burgers
  • BBQ ribs or pulled pork
  • Corn on the cob and coleslaw
  • Iced tea, lemonade, or beer

📦 Storage Tips

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Do not freeze — mayonnaise-based salads don’t thaw well.
  • Best served chilled or at room temperature.

Similar Recipes to Potato Salad with Bacon

1. Classic Creamy Potato Salad

A traditional potato salad with boiled potatoes, mayonnaise, mustard, and eggs — a timeless picnic favorite.

2. German Potato Salad

Warm potato salad tossed with bacon, onions, and tangy vinegar dressing. Perfect for readers who enjoy a slightly different flavor profile.

3. Loaded Baked Potato Salad

Potato salad inspired by loaded baked potatoes — includes bacon, cheddar, green onions, and a creamy dressing.

4. Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon

Roasted sweet potatoes mixed with crispy bacon, red onion, and a honey-mustard dressing — a sweet-savory twist.

5. Dijon Bacon Potato Salad

Potato salad with a tangy Dijon mustard dressing and crispy bacon — flavorful and easy for weeknight meals.

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