The Ultimate Creamy Ranch Potato Salad Recipe: A Crowd-Pleasing Favorite!
Summary
Ranch Potato Salad is a creamy, flavorful, and refreshing twist on the classic potato salad. Packed with tender potatoes, crisp veggies, and a zesty homemade ranch dressing, this dish is perfect for summer picnics, BBQs, potlucks, and family gatherings. The combination of ranch seasoning, sour cream, and mayo creates an irresistible taste that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Prep Time, Cook Time, Total Time, Servings, Calories
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 6–8
- Calories per Serving: Approximately 350 kcal
Course & Cuisine
- Course: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 lbs baby red or Yukon gold potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- ½ cup red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup dill pickles, chopped (optional, for tanginess)
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional, for extra flavor)
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh chives or green onions, chopped
For the Ranch Dressing:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or white vinegar
- 1 packet (or 2 tbsp) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
Instructions
- Cook the Potatoes:
- Place the chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tsp salt to the water to enhance the flavor.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, ranch seasoning mix, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and chopped dill.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
