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Creamy Loaded Grilled Potato Salad with Bacon and Ranch

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A smoky, creamy, and crunchy grilled potato salad featuring crisp bacon and tangy ranch dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and BBQs.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or red potatoes
  • 6 to 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk with a splash of lemon juice)
  • 1 tablespoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions (optional)
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Wash and cut the potatoes into 1 to 1.5 inch bite-sized chunks. Optionally peel them. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of salt in a large bowl. Let sit while heating the grill.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
  3. Spread potatoes on a grill-safe pan or grill basket. Grill for 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and golden brown with crispy edges.
  4. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Once potatoes are warm but cool enough to handle, transfer to a large bowl. Add bacon, celery, red onion, and ranch dressing. Gently toss to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour to meld flavors.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the grill basket to allow proper charring. Let potatoes cool slightly before adding dressing to avoid watery salad. Crisp bacon is essential for texture contrast. Yukon Gold or red potatoes hold shape best on grill. For dairy-free, substitute sour cream and buttermilk with dairy-free alternatives.

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Keywords: potato salad, grilled potatoes, bacon, ranch dressing, summer BBQ, creamy potato salad, loaded potato salad

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