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Flavorful Dill Pickle Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon Easy Recipe

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A tangy and creamy potato salad featuring Yukon Gold potatoes, dill pickles, crispy bacon, and a mustard-infused dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings and quick weeknight sides.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 cup chopped dill pickles
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the peeled and chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are just tender when pierced with a fork, about 12-15 minutes. Drain in a colander and let them cool slightly.
  2. While the potatoes cook, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, turning as needed. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Once cool, crumble into bite-sized pieces. Reserve a teaspoon of bacon fat for extra flavor if desired.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the yellow mustard, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and pickle juice (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, gently fold the warm potatoes with the chopped dill pickles, red onion, crumbled bacon, and fresh dill. Pour the dressing over and toss carefully to coat without breaking the potatoes.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Before serving, stir gently and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use warm potatoes when mixing to help absorb the dressing better. Be gentle when folding to keep potato chunks intact. Chilling the salad for at least an hour enhances flavor. For crispier bacon, cook on a wire rack in the oven. Adjust seasoning gradually as bacon adds saltiness.

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Keywords: potato salad, dill pickle, bacon, mustard, summer side dish, easy recipe, creamy potato salad, tangy potato salad

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