Description
This Southern Potato Salad is a fresh, comforting side dish bursting with rich flavors from smoked turkey bacon, creamy plant-based mayo, and a bright tang from apple cider vinegar. It combines the perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and tangy elements to bring classic Southern hospitality to your table with ease.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and chopped into even chunks
Smoky Protein
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plant-based mayo
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and chop the Yukon Gold potatoes into even chunks. Boil them in salted water for about 10 to 12 minutes until tender but still firm to the bite. Drain and let cool slightly to create a creamy yet textured base.
- Cook the Smoked Turkey Bacon: While the potatoes boil, crisp the smoked turkey bacon in a pan until golden and crunchy. Drain on a paper towel to remove excess fat, then crumble into small pieces for smoky bites throughout the salad.
- Mix the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together plant-based mayo, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy, ready to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the warm potatoes into the dressing. Add chopped celery, green onions, and fresh dill, tossing carefully to coat all pieces without mashing the potatoes. Finish by sprinkling the crumbled smoked turkey bacon on top for flavor bursts.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld fully. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a comforting Southern Potato Salad experience.
Notes
- Choose Yukon Gold potatoes for their creamy texture that stays firm when boiled.
- Stir gently when mixing to prevent potatoes from becoming mushy.
- Chilling the salad enhances flavor blending, especially from apple cider vinegar and spices.
- Use fresh celery and dill to add brightness and color.
- Ensure the bacon is crisped well to add desired texture and smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling, Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Southern Potato Salad, plant-based mayo, smoked turkey bacon, creamy potato salad, Southern side dish
