Loaded Bacon, Egg & Potato Salad

The dish in the image appears to be a Loaded Bacon, Egg & Potato Salad featuring tender baby potatoes, crispy bacon, hard-boiled eggs, red onions, and a creamy herb dressing.

Ingredients

Salad

• 2 lbs (900 g) baby potatoes, halved

• 6 hard-boiled eggs, sliced

• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

• ½ red onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

• 2 tbsp chives, chopped

Dressing

• ¾ cup mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the Potatoes

1. Place potatoes in a large pot of salted water.

2. Bring to a boil and cook for 12–15 minutes until fork-tender.

3. Drain and allow to cool slightly.

2. Prepare the Dressing

1. Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Adjust seasoning to taste.

3. Assemble the Salad

1. Add potatoes to a large bowl.

2. Fold in bacon, red onion, parsley, and chives.

3. Add dressing and gently toss until coated.

4. Carefully mix in sliced eggs.

4. Chill and Serve

1. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Garnish with additional bacon, parsley, and egg slices before serving.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

• Calories: 380–480

• Protein: 12–16 g

• Carbohydrates: 22–28 g

• Fat: 25–32 g

Flavor Profile

🥔 Creamy, tender potatoes
🥓 Crispy smoky bacon
🥚 Rich hard-boiled eggs
🧅 Crunchy red onions
🌿 Fresh herbs and tangy dressing

Variations

• Add shredded cheddar cheese

• Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise

• Mix in diced pickles

• Add avocado for extra creaminess

• Make it spicy with jalapeños

Serving Suggestions

• Grilled steak

• BBQ chicken

• Burgers

• Pulled pork sandwiches

• Summer cookouts and picnics

Yield

• 6–8 servings

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 15 minutes

• Chill Time: 30 minutes

• Total Time: About 1 hour

A hearty, crowd-pleasing potato salad packed with crispy bacon, creamy eggs, and a tangy dressing that's perfect for barbecues, potlucks, and family gatherings. 🥔🥓🥚✨