Description
A creamy and crunchy potato salad featuring the smoky goodness of bacon, perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds waxy potatoes (like red or Yukon gold)
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and cool.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Let it cool, then crumble it.
- Make the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Combine the cooled potatoes, crumbled bacon, and green onions with the dressing, gently stirring to coat.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: This salad can be prepared a day in advance for enhanced flavor. Adjust the ingredients based on personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: potato salad, bacon salad, picnic recipes, comfort food, summer dishes