Description
This Steakhouse Potato Salad is a creamy, flavorful side dish featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes, crispy thick-cut bacon, tangy Dijon mustard, and fresh chives. Perfectly dressed with a mayo and sour cream blend, this potato salad brings a hearty and savory touch ideal for summer barbecues or robust steak dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Bacon
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
Dressing and Mix-ins
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place the cubed Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Cook Bacon: While the potatoes are cooking, cook the chopped thick-cut bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, around 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.
- Prepare Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked and slightly cooled potatoes, crispy bacon, chopped fresh chives, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the potato salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Optionally, garnish with extra chopped chives before serving.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for their creamy texture and ability to hold shape.
- For best flavor, cook bacon until crispy and drain well to avoid greasy salad.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- Refrigerate the salad to let flavors develop and for serving chilled, which enhances the taste.
- Optional garnish with extra chives adds a fresh, mild onion flavor and color contrast.
