Loaded Potato Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Loaded Potato Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs baby potatoes; 8 sliced bacon, diced; 1/2 lb tri color rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions and cooled; 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed; 1 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup; 4 tablespoons chopped chives, divided; 1/2 cup sour cream, plus more for topping; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/3 cup buttermilk; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons sugar; kosher salt; ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs baby potatoes
8 sliced bacon, diced
1/2 lb tri color rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions and cooled
2 cups broccoli florets, steamed
1 cup cubed sharp cheddar cheese, plus 1/2 cup
4 tablespoons chopped chives, divided
1/2 cup sour cream, plus more for topping
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
kosher salt
ground black pepper

1
Equipment: Large mixing bowl, Small bowl, whisk.
2
Place potatoes in a medium pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook until tender, about 12-15 minutes. Drain potatoes, cut into quarters and place in a large mixing bowl.
3
Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Drain onto a towel-lined plate. Transfer half of bacon to the bowl with potatoes and reserve the other half to garnish the final salad. Add cooked pasta, broccoli, 1 cup cubed cheddar cheese and 2 tablespoons chopped chives to the bowl and toss to combine.
4
In a medium bowl, whisk to combine sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, apple cider vinegar, sugar and salt and pepper to taste. Pour over salad and toss to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper and transfer to serving bowl. Garnish with remaining bacon, cheese, a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle of chives.

2030

kcal

Calories

138

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs baby potatoes, 8 sliced bacon, diced, 1/2 lb tri color rotini pasta, cooked according to package directions and cooled, 2 cups broccoli florets, steamed, and more.

Yes, Loaded Potato Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Loaded Potato Pasta Salad

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