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Creamy Loaded Potato Salad Recipe with Bacon and Chives Easy and Best

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A creamy, smoky potato salad loaded with crispy bacon and fresh chives, perfect for picnics and BBQs. This easy recipe combines simple ingredients for a flavorful and comforting side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes, washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 3/4 cup full-fat mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place peeled and cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender but firm, about 15–18 minutes. Drain and allow to cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes boil, fry bacon over medium heat until crisp, about 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Finely dice celery and red onion, chop chives, and add to the dressing. Stir to combine.
  5. Add warm (not hot) potatoes to the bowl and gently fold into the dressing, being careful not to mash the potatoes.
  6. Fold in chopped bacon, reserving a small handful for garnish if desired.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. If in a rush, 30 minutes works.
  8. Before serving, sprinkle reserved bacon and additional chopped chives on top.

Notes

Use warm potatoes to help them absorb the dressing better but avoid adding hot potatoes to prevent melting the mayo. Cook bacon until very crisp to maintain crunch in the salad. The salad tastes better after chilling for a few hours or overnight. If too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of milk or extra Greek yogurt to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and use dairy-free mayo.

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