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Creamy Bacon Ranch Potato Salad Recipe with Fresh Herbs Easy and Best

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A quick and easy creamy potato salad featuring crispy bacon, ranch seasoning, and fresh herbs for a smoky, tangy, and fresh flavor perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) small Yukon Gold or red potatoes, scrubbed and halved
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 cup (240ml) mayonnaise (full-fat)
  • 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Place the halved potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for 12-15 minutes until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork but not falling apart. Drain well and spread out on a baking sheet to cool slightly.
  2. While potatoes cook, fry bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally. Transfer to paper towels to drain and cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  4. Add the slightly cooled potatoes to the dressing and gently fold to coat without breaking the potatoes. Fold in chopped bacon, diced red onion, parsley, and chives. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with extra chopped herbs or a sprinkle of paprika if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook potatoes to avoid mushy salad. Let potatoes cool on a baking sheet to dry before mixing with dressing. Use room temperature mayo and ranch seasoning for better blending. Cook bacon crisp for texture contrast. Fresh herbs added at the end preserve flavor and vibrancy. Salad tastes better after chilling for at least 1 hour or overnight. Variations include substituting half mayo with Greek yogurt, using turkey bacon or omitting bacon for vegetarian version, and swapping herbs like dill or tarragon.

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Keywords: potato salad, bacon, ranch seasoning, creamy potato salad, summer side dish, picnic recipe, easy potato salad

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