This tangy ranch-style potato salad combines tender potatoes with a flavorful ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions for a delightful and refreshing side dish.
Ingredients
2 pounds potatoes
1 packet ranch dressing mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup green onions
4 pieces bacon strips
Method
Begin by bringing a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Once it reaches a rolling boil, add in whole potatoes and cook until they are tender, which should take around 15 to 20 minutes. Once cooked, drain the potatoes and rinse them under cold water. After cooling, chop them into 1-inch cubes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Place the bowl in the refrigerator to chill completely.
While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the ranch dressing by combining ranch dressing mix, mayonnaise, and finely chopped green onions in a separate small bowl. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to develop.
For the bacon, wrap strips in paper towels and place them on a plate. Microwave until crispy, which may take about 15 minutes depending on your microwave's power. Allow the bacon to cool before crumbling it.
Once the potatoes are fully chilled and the dressing is ready, pour the dressing over the potatoes and gently toss to ensure they are evenly coated. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top and give it a light stir. For optimal taste, serve the potato salad right away.
