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Sour Cream and Onion Potato Salad

Creamy Sour Cream and Onion Potato Salad You’ll Crave

This Sour Cream and Onion Potato Salad offers a creamy, tangy twist on a classic dish, perfect for summer barbecues and gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 lbs Baby Gold Potatoes or Yukon gold for similar taste
  • 1 cup Sour Cream choose full-fat for richness
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt opt for fat-free for lighter salad
For the Flavor
  • 1 medium Red Onion substitute with green onions if desired
  • 1 medium Shallot can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder swap with fresh garlic if preferred
For Balancing
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to personal preference
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked is best
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar white vinegar works in a pinch
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chives parsley can be used if chives are unavailable

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place halved baby gold potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water, adding kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then cook for 15-18 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Cut the cooled potatoes into halves or quarters for bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add in the minced red onion, sliced shallot, onion powder, garlic powder, apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Gently fold the sliced potatoes into the creamy mixture until well-coated.
  5. Sprinkle in the finely chopped fresh chives and gently fold them in.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill for several hours or overnight before serving. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, and use fresh ingredients for vibrant flavor.

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