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Caesar Potato Salad

Creamy Caesar Potato Salad for Your Summer Gatherings

A delightful twist on a classic, this Caesar Potato Salad combines creamy dressing and crispy bacon, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 pounds red potatoes scrubbed and cubed
  • 8 ounces thick-cut bacon can substitute with turkey bacon or omit
  • 3 large hard-boiled eggs optional
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Caesar dressing or ranch/blue cheese dressing
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce vegan Worcestershire can be used
For the Crunch
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1/2 cup red onions diced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt or regular salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil the potatoes in a large pot of cold water until fork-tender, about 10 minutes, then drain and cool.
  2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 10-15 minutes, and then chop.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Caesar dressing, Parmesan cheese, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and celery salt to create dressing.
  4. Add chopped celery and red onions to the dressing along with the bacon, stirring gently.
  5. Incorporate cooled potatoes and chopped hard-boiled eggs into the mixture, tossing carefully.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill for at least 4 hours or overnight. Use waxy potatoes for a better texture, and adjust seasoning as needed.

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