Best 9 Country Bacon Potato Salad Recipes

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Country bacon potato salad is a beloved classic dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues. The combination of crispy bacon, tender potatoes, creamy dressing, and fresh vegetables makes this salad a crowd-pleaser that is easy to prepare and always a hit. Whether you prefer a traditional mayonnaise-based dressing or something a little more tangy, there are endless variations of this dish to explore. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative new twists, you're sure to find the perfect country bacon potato salad recipe to satisfy your taste buds and make your next gathering a memorable one.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

POTATO AND BACON SALAD



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This is a creamy potato salad made with bacon and Dijon mustard that's great the second day too.

Provided by readernut

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 eggs
4 slices bacon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, or to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
3 stalks celery, minced
2 pounds small potatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and cool.
  • Meanwhile, place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, and place in a bowl of cold water to cool.
  • Peel the eggs, and place 3 of them into a large bowl. Reserve the rest for later. Mash the eggs in the bowl with a fork. Stir in the mustard, mayonnaise, celery, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Cook bacon slices in the microwave for about 4 minutes, until crisp, or fry in a skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble 2 of the bacon slices into the mayonnaise mixture. Reserve the rest for garnish.
  • Peel and chop the potatoes, and stir into the bowl until evenly coated. Slice the 2 remaining eggs, and place on top of the salad. Crumble the remaining bacon over the eggs, then sprinkle parsley over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 131.8 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 419.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

POTATO SALAD WITH BACON



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My young nephew refuses to eat any potato salad but mine! Italian salad dressing, sour cream and bacon give it a one-of-a-kind flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds red potatoes (about 12 medium)
4 hard-boiled large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
11 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cut potatoes into 1/2-in. cubes; place in a large Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool to room temperature., Cut eggs in half; chop egg whites and set aside. In a small bowl, mash egg yolks. Stir in the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, mustard, garlic powder and pepper; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, bacon, egg whites, celery, onions and Italian dressing. Fold in mayonnaise mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

COUNTRY POTATO SALAD



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I felt as though my usual potato salad recipe was missing something. So I experimented with some different ingredients, and the result was this tangy delight! -Ramona Hook Wysong, Barlow, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

5 pounds potatoes, cooked, peeled and diced
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup finely chopped green or sweet red pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 small garlic clove, minced
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dill weed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
DRESSING:
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon horseradish
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch oregano
Pinch chives

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients. Set aside. Combine dressing ingredients; pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

KRISTEN'S BACON RANCH POTATO SALAD



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This is the easiest recipe because it can be altered in so many ways. Add a little taco seasoning to spice it up -- or you can add other veggies for texture.

Provided by KristenB

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds red potatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 ¼ cups cooked bacon, crumbled
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 bunches green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, then run under cold water until cool.
  • Combine the sour cream and ranch dressing mix in a small bowl until well-blended. Transfer the potatoes, bacon, Cheddar cheese, and green onions to a large bowl. Stir in the sour cream mixture until well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 83.1 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.8 g, Sodium 1101.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

COUNTRY BACON POTATO SALAD



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This country-style potato salad is made with hard-cooked eggs and crumbled bits of crisp-cooked bacon and then tossed with a creamy, tangy dressing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/2 tsp. paprika
1-1/2 lb. red potatoes (about 5), cooked, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Mix dressing and paprika until blended.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl.
  • Add dressing mixture; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

COUNTRY BACON POTATO SALAD



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Yummy alternative to traditional potato salad. Quick and easy to make for something that tastes so good.

Provided by Shena

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups quartered cooked new potatoes (about 1 1/3 lbs.)
6 slices bacon, crisply cooked,crumbled
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
3/4 cup Miracle Whip (or more depending on how "wet" you like your salad)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix potatoes, bacon, green pepper, onion, eggs in a large bowl.
  • Add dressing and lemon juice; mix lightly.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Regrigerate.

OLD-COUNTRY BACON AND POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Old-Country Bacon and Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Alisa Lea

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium potatoes or 1 1/4 lbs tiny new potatoes
2 slices bacon
4 large green onions, finely sliced
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup tarragon vinegar or 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons parsley, minced

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cover the potatoes with water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer 20-25 minutes, until almost tender. Cool slightly. Peel, if you like, then slice. Leave tiny new potatoes unpeeled and whole.
  • In a 10 inch skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Drain, crumble and set aside, reserving bacon drippings.
  • Add green onions to the reserved drippings and cook until tender but not brown. Stir in the flour, sugar, celery seeds, salt and pepper and cook one minute. Add the water and vinegar and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
  • Carefully stir in potatoes and bacon. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.2, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 7.7, Sodium 258.7, Carbohydrate 44.1, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 5.4, Protein 6.4

COUNTRY-STYLE BACON & POTATO SALAD



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Crispy crumbled bacon and chopped green peppers and onions give this creamy country-style potato salad its crowd-pleasing flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 4h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 lb. red potatoes (about 5), cubed
1/2 cup chopped green peppers
1/2 cup chopped onions
6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled
1 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in boiling water in saucepan 15 min. or until tender; drain. Cool.
  • Place potatoes in large bowl. Add onions and green peppers; mix lightly. Add dressing and black pepper; toss to evenly coat.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

BENNO'S BACON POTATO SALAD



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This potato salad is one of my tried and true favorites. Friends and family love it!

Provided by FrankenStein

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ teaspoon salt
4 cups water, or enough to cover
1 pound red potatoes, scrubbed and cut into quarters
½ yellow onion, diced
2 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1-inch squares
2 stalks celery, diced
¼ cup mild yellow pepper rings, drained
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
2 tablespoons juice from yellow pepper rings
½ teaspoon lemon juice
Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®), or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir salt into water in a large pot and add potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and cool. Slice potatoes and place in a large bowl.
  • Cook and stir yellow onion, bacon, celery, and pepper rings in a skillet until bacon is browned and celery begins to soften, about 10 minutes.
  • Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, horseradish, pepper juice, lemon juice, and Creole seasoning together in a bowl until well blended.
  • Add bacon mixture and dressing to potatoes; stir to combine. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 889.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

Tips:

  • When choosing bacon for your salad, opt for a good quality, thick-cut variety.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy, but not burnt.
  • Use a variety of potatoes for your salad, such as red potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, or fingerling potatoes.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are tender, but not mushy.
  • While the potatoes are boiling, prepare the dressing.
  • Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and let them cool slightly.
  • Add the potatoes to a large bowl and toss them with the dressing.
  • Add the cooked bacon, hard-boiled eggs, celery, and onion to the bowl and toss to combine.
  • Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Country bacon potato salad is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With its smoky bacon, tender potatoes, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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