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Loaded Baked Potato Salad Recipe with Crispy Bacon Ranch Easy and Perfect

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A comforting loaded baked potato salad featuring crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, and green onions. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for gatherings or a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium baked russet potatoes, cooled and diced
  • 6–8 slices crispy bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3–4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 3/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry potatoes, prick with a fork, and bake directly on oven rack or baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender. Alternatively, microwave for 6-8 minutes if short on time.
  2. While potatoes bake, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cool.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. When potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel if desired and dice into bite-sized cubes. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Add crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, green onions, and parsley to the potatoes. Pour dressing over the top.
  6. Gently fold ingredients together with a large spoon or spatula, coating potatoes without mashing them.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not add dressing to hot potatoes to avoid mushy salad. Chill salad for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Russet potatoes preferred for fluffy texture. Can substitute cheddar with pepper jack or sour cream with Greek yogurt. For dairy-free, use dairy-free ranch and coconut yogurt. Turkey bacon can be used to reduce fat.

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