Description
This easy Steakhouse Potato Salad is a perfect vibrant side for your summer BBQ. Creamy plant-based mayo, smoky turkey bacon, and tangy apple cider vinegar combine with fresh herbs and crisp celery to create a flavorful, colorful dish that stays fresh and satisfying. Ideal for gatherings or simple meals, this potato salad brings a delicious upgrade to the traditional classic.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 cups waxy potatoes (red or Yukon gold), washed and cut into bite-sized chunks
Protein and Crunch
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
Dressing
- 1 cup plant-based mayo
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Fresh Additions
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes: Wash the potatoes and cut them into bite-sized chunks. Boil them in salted water until just tender but not falling apart, about 12-15 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Fry the smoked turkey bacon: While the potatoes cook, chop the smoked turkey bacon into small pieces and cook in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel to drain excess fat.
- Prepare the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together plant-based mayo, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard (natural), salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. This dressing will bring creamy tanginess and bind all the ingredients harmoniously.
- Combine the ingredients: Add the cooled potatoes and crispy smoked turkey bacon into the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to coat everything evenly without breaking up the potatoes.
- Add fresh crunch and herbs: Chop celery finely and add it along with minced chives and parsley. Stir lightly to finish, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the potatoes to prevent mushy salad.
- Use cooled potatoes to keep the salad fresh and flavor intact.
- Add apple cider vinegar gradually to get the perfect tanginess.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for at least an hour before serving for flavors to meld.
- Fresh chives and parsley brighten the flavor and appearance significantly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling, Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: potato salad, steakhouse style, plant-based mayo, smoked turkey bacon, summer BBQ side, creamy salad, tangy potato salad