Description
Creamy, zesty cheesy potato salad delivers a delightful twist on classic picnic fare. Packed with tangy cheese, crisp herbs, and rich mayo, this crowd-pleasing side dish will have you craving seconds at your next summer gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Cheese:
- 2 pounds (0.9 kilograms) potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Garnish and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Submerge diced potatoes in generously salted water, simmering for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender. Carefully drain and allow to reach room temperature.
- Whisk together creamy mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, zesty Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Fold the cooled potato cubes into the velvety dressing, ensuring gentle incorporation to maintain potato integrity.
- Sprinkle sharp cheddar cheese fragments throughout the salad, distributing evenly for consistent flavor profile.
- Scatter finely chopped green onions and crisp bacon pieces across the mixture, gently folding to distribute ingredients uniformly.
- Refrigerate the potato salad for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and develop a harmonious taste sensation.
- Before serving, give the salad a delicate stir to refresh the coating and redistribute the ingredients for maximum gustatory enjoyment.
Notes
- Opt for waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a creamier, firmer texture that holds up better in the salad.
- Cook potatoes just until tender to prevent them from becoming mushy and falling apart when mixed with dressing.
- Crisp the bacon separately and add it just before serving to maintain its crunch and prevent sogginess.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for some of the mayonnaise and use turkey bacon or omit bacon entirely for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 328 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 360 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg