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Cheddar Bacon Ranch Potato Salad

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Potato Salad: Your New Summer Favorite

This Cheddar Bacon Ranch Potato Salad combines tender red potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar, making it the ultimate summer dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 lbs Petite Red Potatoes Diced into bite-sized chunks.
  • 1 cup Hidden Valley® Simply Ranch Dressing Creaminess and flavor without needing to make a dressing from scratch.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Medium cheddar is recommended.
  • 6 slices Crispy Bacon Cooked, crumbled bacon.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Brings freshness and a mild onion flavor.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing the diced petite red potatoes in a large pot and covering them with water. Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat and cook the potatoes for about 10 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
  2. Carefully drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool for a few minutes. Rinse them under cold running water to prevent mushiness.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled potatoes with the Hidden Valley® Simply Ranch Dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled crispy bacon, and chopped green onions. Gently toss the mixture.
  4. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to one day to chill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, add crispy bacon just before serving to retain its crunch. Adjust seasonings and consider adding additional ingredients like celery for texture variation.

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