Best 9 Yam And Russet Potato Salad With Greens And Bacon Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Yam and Russet Potato Salad with Greens and Bacon. This vibrant dish combines the earthy sweetness of roasted yams and russet potatoes with the peppery bite of arugula and watercress. Crispy bacon adds a savory touch, while a tangy dressing of Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and honey brings all the flavors together.

Alongside this main recipe, we offer a delightful array of variations to cater to diverse palates and preferences. For a creamy twist, try our Yam and Russet Potato Salad with Avocado Dressing. This creamy avocado-based dressing adds a luscious richness to the salad, complementing the roasted vegetables perfectly.

If you prefer a lighter option, our Yam and Russet Potato Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing is a refreshing choice. The tangy lemon and nutty tahini dressing creates a vibrant flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds.

For those who love a classic potato salad, our Traditional Potato Salad recipe is a must-try. This timeless dish features tender potatoes, crisp celery, and hard-boiled eggs, all coated in a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing.

And finally, for a unique twist on a classic, our Sweet Potato and Black Bean Salad with Chipotle Dressing is a delightful fusion of flavors. Roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and corn are tossed in a spicy chipotle dressing, creating a vibrant and satisfying salad that is perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

POTATO SALAD WITH BACON



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This no mayo potato salad with bacon is ready in just 30 minutes! It's a vinegar potato salad the whole family will love.

Provided by Averie Sunshine

Categories     Sides, Salads & Vegetables

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds baby gold potatoes
2 teaspoons salt, for the boiling water
1 pound bacon
one small/medium red onion, diced small
2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely minced or pressed
1 medium/large ear fresh sweet corn with kernels cut off (3/4 cup frozen corn may be substituted)
1 to 2 cups fresh baby spinach, loosely measured
1/2 cup fresh parsley (regular or Italian flat-leaf), finely chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons dijon mustard
1 teaspoon granulated sugar, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • To a large pot, add the potatoes, cover with water, add 2 teaspoons salt, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and allow potatoes to simmer for about 15 minutes, or until done and fork-tender. Drain and rinse potatoes under cold water to stop the cooking process; set aside. While potatoes cook, make the bacon.
  • To a large skillet, add the bacon and cook over medium heat until done and as crisp as desired, about 10 minutes, flip intermittently. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and when it's cool enough, crumble it; set aside.
  • To the skillet with the bacon fat, add the onion and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes or until tender, stir intermittently.
  • In the last minute of cooking, add the garlic, stir, and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Take skillet off the heat and set aside.
  • To a very large bowl, add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, mustard, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, pepper, and whisk to combine; set aside.
  • Halve or quarter the potatoes depending on their size and add to the large bowl. Add the crumbled bacon, red onion and garlic (use a slotted spoon to remove because there will be excess bacon fat in the skillet; discard oil in a small container - don't pour it down the drain), corn, spinach, parsley, and toss well to combine.
  • Taste potato salad and make any necessary adjustments, i.e. more salt, pepper, sugar, dash of extra mustard or vinegar, etc.
  • Serve immediately if desired or cover and refrigerate until chilled. Potato salad will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 45 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 21 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 19 grams protein, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1379 milligrams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams unsaturated fat

THE BEST SWEET POTATO POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup chopped cornichons or relish
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 ribs celery, diced
Zest and juice from 1 lemon
1/2 small red onion, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the cornichons or relish, mustard, honey, celery, lemon zest and juice and red onion. Season with salt and pepper and let sit while the potatoes cook.
  • Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Season the water generously with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander, put back in the saucepan, add the vinegar and, using a rubber spatula, toss gently to combine.
  • Add the mayonnaise, chives and parsley to the celery-onion mixture and stir to combine. Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and toss. Season to taste. Garnish with extra chives and parsley.

POTATO AND BACON SALAD



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This is a creamy potato salad made with bacon and Dijon mustard that's great the second day too.

Provided by readernut

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     Dairy-Free Potato Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 eggs
4 slices bacon
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, or to taste
1 cup mayonnaise
3 stalks celery, minced
2 pounds small potatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and cool.
  • Meanwhile, place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, and place in a bowl of cold water to cool.
  • Peel the eggs, and place 3 of them into a large bowl. Reserve the rest for later. Mash the eggs in the bowl with a fork. Stir in the mustard, mayonnaise, celery, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Cook bacon slices in the microwave for about 4 minutes, until crisp, or fry in a skillet over medium-high heat. Crumble 2 of the bacon slices into the mayonnaise mixture. Reserve the rest for garnish.
  • Peel and chop the potatoes, and stir into the bowl until evenly coated. Slice the 2 remaining eggs, and place on top of the salad. Crumble the remaining bacon over the eggs, then sprinkle parsley over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 131.8 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 419.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

YAM (SWEET POTATO) SALAD



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There are a number of similar recipes here, but this one, I feel, really features the potato ingredient! The original of the recipe was found in the Nov 2003 cookbooklet Crisco Best Recipes -- Year-Round Holiday Magic.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, scrubbed, quartered lengthwise & cut crosswise into 3/4-inch pieces (or yams)
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large pot, steam prepared yams 10 to 15 minutes or until tender, then remove from steamer.
  • When cool enough to handle, peel yams (if desired; I don't), then place in a large salad bowl.
  • While yams cool, combine vinegar, pickle relish, mustard, salt & pepper in a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, & shake well.
  • Add vegetable oil & shake again, before pouring over yams & tossing them to coat.
  • Add green onions & red pepper & either serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.1, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 317.1, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6.6, Protein 2

SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH BACON



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized chunks
Salt
Extra-virgin olive oil, for liberal drizzling
4 slices good quality lean bacon, chopped
1/2 cup beef stock
2 tablespoons wine vinegar
A few dashes hot sauce
1 teaspoon smoked sweet paprika or sweet paprika
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
2 to 3 small ribs celery, finely chopped
A handful parsley leaves, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a pot over medium heat and cover them with water. Bring to a boil then salt the water and cook until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot. Heat a small pan over medium-high heat and drizzle in some extra-virgin olive oil. Add the bacon and cook until just about crisp. Add the stock to the pot with the potatoes along with the vinegar and hot sauce and stir over low heat until combined. Turn off the heat and season with paprika and salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the potatoes to a serving bowl and stir in chopped onions, celery and parsley. Dress the salad with a liberal drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and serve immediately.

CONTEST-WINNING OLD-FASHIONED POTATO SALAD



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We live at the edge of Pennsylvania Dutch Country, where there are lots of small farms. Country markets are plentiful here, so potatoes are a staple.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups cubed peeled potatoes
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender; drain. Place in a large bowl; add eggs, celery and onions. , In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over potato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED SWEET POTATO AND RUSSET POTATO



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Make and share this Grilled Sweet Potato and Russet Potato recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 russet potato, sliced into 8 wedges
1 sweet potato, cut into 8 wedges
1/3 cup lemonade
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced
salt, to taste
fresh cracked pepper

Steps:

  • In a large zip lock bag add all ingredients, mix to evenly coat potatoes. Seal and let sit for 1 hour.
  • On a heavy duty aluminum foil place potatoes alternating slices of russet and sweet.
  • Pour marinade over all. enclose to cover.
  • On a preheat grill cook for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from foil and char on grill to get grill marks on each side.
  • Enjoy!

POTATO SALAD WITH BACON



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My young nephew refuses to eat any potato salad but mine! Italian salad dressing, sour cream and bacon give it a one-of-a-kind flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds red potatoes (about 12 medium)
4 hard-boiled large eggs
3/4 cup sour cream
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
11 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cut potatoes into 1/2-in. cubes; place in a large Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool to room temperature., Cut eggs in half; chop egg whites and set aside. In a small bowl, mash egg yolks. Stir in the sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, mustard, garlic powder and pepper; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, bacon, egg whites, celery, onions and Italian dressing. Fold in mayonnaise mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

YAM AND RUSSET POTATO SALAD WITH GREENS AND BACON



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Categories     Salad     Mustard     Potato     Side     Bacon     Sweet Potato/Yam     Summer     Honey     Mustard Greens     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)
9 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound yams (red-skinned sweet potatoes), peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
6 slices bacon
10 large mustard green leaves, cut into 3/4-inch pieces (about 4 cups)

Steps:

  • Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Steam russets until tender, about 8 minutes. Transfer to large bowl; toss with 1 tablespoon dressing. Steam yams until tender, about 7 minutes. Transfer to medium bowl; toss with 1 tablespoon dressing.
  • Fry bacon in large skillet until crisp. Transfer to paper towels. Drain. Crumble bacon. Add yams, bacon and mustard greens to russets. Toss salad with enough dressing to coat. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.)

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Potatoes: For the best results, select firm and starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes. Avoid using waxy potatoes like Red Potatoes, as they tend to hold their shape and not break down as well in the salad.
  • Cook the Potatoes Properly: Boil the potatoes until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Cool the Potatoes Completely: Before adding the potatoes to the salad, let them cool completely. This will help prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Use a Variety of Greens: Don't limit yourself to just one type of greens. Mix and match different varieties like arugula, spinach, kale, or watercress to add texture and flavor to the salad.
  • Dress the Salad Just Before Serving: For the best flavor and texture, dress the salad just before serving. This will prevent the greens from wilting and the dressing from becoming watery.

Conclusion:

This yam and russet potato salad with greens and bacon is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. With its combination of sweet potatoes, savory bacon, and fresh greens, it's a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're cooking for a family gathering or a potluck, this salad is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting potato salad recipe, give this one a try!

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