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Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad

Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad balances tender red potatoes with smoky bacon, chopped hard-boiled eggs, and fresh crunch from celery and onion, all folded into a rich, tangy mayo dressing. It’s satisfying and well-rounded, with savory notes and a cool, creamy finish. Serve it at summer cookouts, picnics, or as a hearty side for grilled mains.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook35 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad
  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain and let them cool.

  3. 3

    Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then immediately remove from the heat.

  4. 4

    Cover and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the eggs from the hot water and cool them in ice water.

  5. 5

    Peel the eggs, then chop them into small, bite-sized pieces.

  6. 6

    Place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.

  7. 7

    Drain the bacon slices on paper towels, then crumble them.

  8. 8

    Chop the cooled potatoes, leaving the skin on. Add them to a large bowl with the eggs, bacon, onion, and celery.

  9. 9

    Stir in the mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.

About This Recipe

Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad is an American side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Celery, Eggs, and Mayonnaise. Each serving provides about 461.03 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad?
It is an American salad recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
What is Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Bacon, Celery, Eggs, Mayonnaise, Onion. The full list of 7 is above.
How long does it take to make Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad?
About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 461.03 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Creamy Red Potato Bacon Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 9 steps.

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