Best 5 Peppercorn Ranch Potato Salad Recipes

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Potato salad is a classic dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and backyard barbecues. It is a versatile dish that can be made with many different ingredients, and the peppercorn ranch potato salad is a unique and flavorful variation that is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. The combination of tangy peppercorns and creamy ranch dressing gives this potato salad a delicious and addictive flavor that will have everyone coming back for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERMILK PEPPERCORN RANCH SALAD DRESSING



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Simple and delicious. Came up with this recipe when trying to duplicate a local pizza restaurant's peppercorn ranch dressing that we love. This dressing goes great with Romaine lettuce, sliced cherry tomatoes, and red onion with fresh bacon crumbled on top. Refrigerate overnight for best taste.

Provided by Alley

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅔ cup buttermilk
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ground peppercorns
½ teaspoon dried chives
½ teaspoon dried dill
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk together buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, ground peppercorns, chives, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until flavors combine, 3 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 96.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

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

RANCH POTATO SALAD



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I make this creamy potato salad with cheese, bacon and ranch salad dressing. My sister asked for the recipe as soon as she tried it. -Lynn Breunig, Wind Lake, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds red potatoes
1 bottle (8 ounces) ranch salad dressing
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 package (2.8 ounces) bacon bits
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Dash garlic powder

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 20-25 minutes., In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients (dressing will be thick). Drain potatoes and cut into cubes; add to the dressing and gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 649mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

PEPPERCORN RANCH POTATO SALAD



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A delightfully different potato salad strictly for black pepper lovers. Preparation time does not include any time to chill.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs red potatoes, about 8 medium
1 (8 ounce) bottle peppercorn ranch dressing
8 eggs
8 slices bacon
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Place cold eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water to about 1 inch. Heat over medium high heat until boiling. Cook 10 minutes, drain, and cover with cold water; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, pan fry bacon to desired crispness, or use your favorite method to cook bacon. Cut into 1 inch pieces and drain on paper toweling. Set aside.
  • Clean potatoes and place in another saucepan; cover with water. Boil until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and cut into quarters, or dice if you prefer. Set aside to cool.
  • Peel cooled eggs. Remove yolks to a large bowl. Rough chop egg whites. Add the Peppercorn Ranch Salad Dressing to the egg yolks in the bowl and combine. Add remaining ingredients and stir together. Chill 2 hours, then serve.

EASY RANCH POTATO SALAD



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This is another pool party favorite. It is very easy and quick to make yet very flavorful and real tasty It is perfect for a hot summer day or any day for that matter. The recipe can be adapted to suit your individual tastes by making additions or deletions. Feel free to experiment with whatever you have on hand.

Provided by Guava Girl

Categories     Potato

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 ounce) packet hidden valley ranch dressing mix
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup water
3 lbs small red potatoes (boiled & cubed)
4 -5 slices bacon, fried crisp and then crumbled (or use Hormel bacon pieces (about 1/2 jar)
1 bunch green onion
1 cup sliced celery

Steps:

  • Combine dressing mix with mayonnaise and water.
  • You may also use the bottled Ranch dressing.
  • in place of the Ranch mix, mayo,& water.
  • Add potatoes, celery, bacon, and onions.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Chill.

Tips:

  • Boil the potatoes until they are just tender. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Use a variety of potatoes. This will give the salad a more interesting flavor and texture.
  • Let the potatoes cool completely before adding the other ingredients. This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a good quality ranch dressing. This is the key ingredient in this salad, so don't skimp on it.
  • Add some chopped bacon or crumbled blue cheese for extra flavor.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It's delicious either way.

Conclusion:

Peppercorn ranch potato salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover potatoes, and it's also a popular side dish for barbecues and picnics. With its creamy dressing, crunchy vegetables, and flavorful potatoes, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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