Creamy Dill Potato Salad Recipe

Name: Creamy Dill Potato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 675 g baby red potatoes; 125 ml frozen baby peas; 6 slices bacon, chopped & fried; 4 green onions, sliced; 1/2 medium red pepper, cut into bite size pieces; 125 ml light cream cheese, softened; 125 ml 1% fat buttermilk; 50 ml fresh dill, chopped; sea salt, to taste; fresh ground pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Slice, but do not peel, baby potatoes in half (quarter if they are larger).
2
Place in large saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to medium and simmer 10 - 12 minutes, until potatoes are fork tender (see note in description). Add peas during last minute. Drain and place in a large bowl.
3
Mix bacon pieces, green onions and red pepper pieces in with potatoes and peas.
4
In a medium bowl, blend together cream cheese, buttermilk, dill, sea salt and fresh ground pepper.
5
Pour dressing over potato mixture and stir to coat.
6
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve (flavour improves if refrigerated overnight).
7
Potatoes absorb dressing as they sit so you may add up to 50 ml more buttermilk or even some sour cream.

773

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 675 g baby red potatoes, 125 ml frozen baby peas, 6 slices bacon, chopped & fried, 4 green onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Dill Potato Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Dill Potato Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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