Best 13 Ranch Style Potato Salad Recipes

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For those seeking a creamy, tangy and flavorful potato salad recipe, ranch-style potato salad presents a delectable option. This classic dish combines tender potatoes, crisp vegetables, and a delightful ranch dressing, resulting in a side dish or main course that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, or casual family meals. Whether you prefer a classic version or want to add a personal touch with various ingredients and variations, ranch-style potato salad offers a versatile and satisfying culinary experience.

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

TEXAS RANCH POTATO SALAD



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This is not your usual mustard mayo potato salad. These potatoes are slathered in a rich ranch dressing and bacon pieces. My family and friends love this potato salad! It is requested at every cook-out.

Provided by 8BREAK

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
2 cups mayonnaise
¾ cup chopped green onion
1 pound bacon slices
5 pounds unpeeled red potatoes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add whole potatoes, and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain, run under cold water to cool, and chop into 1 inch cubes. Transfer to a large serving bowl, and refrigerate until completely chilled, about 2 hours.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the ranch dressing mix, mayonnaise and green onion. Cover, and refrigerate for about 2 hours to blend flavors.
  • Wrap bacon in paper towels and place on a plate. Cook in the microwave until crisp, about 15 minutes depending on the power of your microwave. Cool.
  • Stir the mayonnaise mixture into the bowl of potatoes. Crumble bacon into the bowl, and stir to distribute. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 503.1 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

TEXAS RANCH POTATO SALAD



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Texas Ranch Potato Salad

Provided by Hidden Valley

Categories     Sides

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
kosher salt
2 tablespoons relish
½ cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker
2 hard-boiled eggs
2 ribs celery

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water. Add salt and bring to a boil over high heat; then reduce to medium and simmer 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are just tender.
  • Drain potatoes and place in the fridge to chill. Meanwhile, whisk together the relish, mayonnaise, mustard and ranch seasoning mix until well-combined.
  • Remove chilled potatoes from the fridge and stir in eggs and celery. Pour dressing mixture over the potato mixture and stir gently to coat.
  • Season to taste if needed. Refrigerate for at least one hour prior to serving.

Nutrition Facts :

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.

BEAUMONT RANCH POTATO SALAD



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I have kept this recipe a ranch secret, but I have decided to share it. This is my variation of a French classic garlic potato salad. It is different than the dish that inspired it, but very good and easy as well.

Provided by ranch_maven

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 pounds red potatoes
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian salad dressing mix (such as Good Seasons®)
¼ cup tarragon vinegar
¼ cup water
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup chopped celery
1 cup real bacon bits
¼ cup chopped dill pickle
¼ cup chopped green onion
3 cups mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the dry Italian dressing mix, tarragon vinegar, water, and olive oil until thoroughly blended. Set aside.
  • Place the hot potatoes into a large bowl, and roughly but thoroughly slice them with a table knife until the potatoes are in chunks. Pour the dressing mixture over the hot potatoes, toss to coat, and let the potatoes cool. Add the celery, bacon bits, dill pickle, and green onion to the potatoes; lightly stir in mayonnaise until all ingredients are well combined, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.8 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 38.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 554.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 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 RED SKIN POTATO SALAD



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Easy to make, great for potluck picnics, and you make it the night before so you can grab and go.

Provided by ANGELOFRAA

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Red Potato Salad Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

11 red potatoes
6 slices bacon
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
3 green onions, chopped
1 (15.5 ounce) container ranch-style dip (such as T. Marzettis®)

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and refrigerate until cold, then cut into bite-size pieces.
  • While the potatoes simmer, cook the bacon. Place the bacon in a large skillet; cook over medium-high heat until brown and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate; crumble.
  • Combine the cooked potatoes, crumbled bacon, Cheddar cheese, and green onions in a large bowl. Fold in the ranch dip. Refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.3 g, Cholesterol 29.2 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 523.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

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.

RANCH POTATO SALAD



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Made with simple ingredients like sour cream, bacon, ranch seasoning, and red potatoes, this potato salad is creamy and full of flavor.

Provided by Spend With Pennies

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 2h50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds red potatoes (approx. 7 medium or 5 large potatoes)
1 cup bacon (cooked, chopped)
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 cup sour cream
½ cup greek yogurt
1 packet ranch seasoning
3 tablespoons chives (minced)

Steps:

  • Scrub potatoes and cut into pieces. Place in a large pot and fill with cold water 1" above the potatoes.
  • Simmer potatoes for 16-18 minutes or until tender. Drain well and cool completely.
  • Once potatoes are cooled, combine dressing ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Add the potatoes, bacon, and cheese. Toss to combine and chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 594 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEAUMONT RANCH POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Beaumont Ranch Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (2/3 ounce) package dried Italian salad dressing mix (such as Good Seasons)
1/4 cup tarragon vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup bacon bits
1/4 cup chopped dill pickle (optional)
1/4 cup chopped green onion
3 cups mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the dry Italian dressing mix, tarragon vinegar, water, and olive oil until thoroughly blended. Set aside.
  • Place the hot potatoes into a large bowl, and roughly but thoroughly slice them with a table knife until the potatoes are in chunks. Pour the dressing mixture over the hot potatoes, toss to coat, and let the potatoes cool. Add the celery, bacon bits, dill pickle, and green onion to the potatoes; lightly stir in mayonnaise until all ingredients are well combined, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.9, Fat 24.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 347.9, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 1.9

RANCH RED SKIN POTATO SALAD



Ranch Red Skin Potato Salad image

Great for the potluck picnics. Also it so easy and you make it the night before so you can just grab it and go.

Provided by Angelofraa

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

11 medium red potatoes
1 (15 1/2 ounce) container t marzettis ranch dip
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 stalks green onions, sliced,using all white and most of the green (scallions)

Steps:

  • Cook the potatoes and let cool, then cut into quarters or smaller if pieces are to big.
  • Then add cooled potatoes and the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix.
  • Let sit overnight in the fridge to soak up the flavor.
  • Serve cool.

RANCH POTATO SALAD



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Make and share this Ranch Potato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs red potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch chunks
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup white wine vinegar (may use distilled white vinegar, instead)
1/4 cup drained jarred roasted red pepper, chopped fine
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
3 scallions, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon dried dill
2 teaspoons pepper
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Bring the potatoes, 1 tablespoon salt, and enough water to cover by 1 inch to a boil in a big pot over high heat.
  • Decrease heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are just tender, about 10 minutes.
  • While the potatoes simmer, whisk the mayonnaise, buttermilk, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, the red peppers, cilantro, scallions, garlic, dill, 1 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons pepper in a big bowl.
  • Drain the potatoes, then spread them in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Whisk the mustard and remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar in a small bowl; drizzle the mustard mixture over the hot potatoes and toss until evenly coated; refrigerate the potatoes until cooled, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the cooled potatoes to a bowl with the mayonnaise mixture; toss to combine.
  • Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 30 minutes; serve.
  • This salad can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

RANCH POTATO SALAD



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I typically don't like potato salad but I came up with this for a potluck. I wanted to create a 'ranch' flavored potatoe salad without using a processed package of ranch dressing. Feel free to limit the amount of fat in the mayonaise--I've used the reduced fat variety and it turned out great. I prefer to use red potatoes. Number of servings is only an estimate.

Provided by Saeriu

Categories     Potato

Time 35m

Yield 1 large bowl, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 1/2 lbs potatoes
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon tarragon
1 teaspoon capers
pepper, to taste
5 slices bacon, cooked, drippings reserved
1/2 cup red onion, diced

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes in the skin until tender not mushy.
  • Drain the water from the potatoes and let cool enough to easily handle.
  • Remove skins from all potatoes, or if desired leave skins on 1/4 of the potatoes to add flavor, texture, and color to finished salad.
  • While potatoes are cooling, blend all remaining ingredients EXCEPT bacon and onions in a blender. Process until smooth.
  • Slice potatoes approximately 3/8 inch thick by 1 inch wide and tall (bite size pieces).
  • Put potatoes in a large bowl, drizzle reserved bacon drippings and toss lightly to coat.
  • Stir in buttermilk mixture, onions, and bacon.
  • Chill until cold. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.7, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 7, Sodium 281.4, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.1, Protein 3.8

CREAMY RANCH POTATO SALAD



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Liven up your next potluck with our superb Creamy Ranch Potato Salad recipe from My Food and Family! This delicious Creamy Ranch Potato Salad is made with ranch dressing, MIRACLE WHIP or mayonnaise, bacon, green onions and more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 servings, 2/3 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise or MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/4 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
3 lb. small red potatoes (about 15), cooked, cooled and quartered
6 slices cooked OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crumbled
1 stalk celery, sliced
4 green onions, sliced

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • If you don't have celery, you can substitute another crunchy vegetable, such as radishes or carrots.
  • If you don't have mayonnaise, you can substitute Greek yogurt or sour cream.
  • For a tangier potato salad, add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice.
  • For a spicier potato salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
  • Serve the potato salad chilled for the best flavor.

Conclusion:

Ranch style potato salad is a classic American side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy, tangy dressing and crunchy vegetables, ranch style potato salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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