Balsamic Potato Salad with Turkey Bacon: A Flavorful Twist
A delicious twist on the classic potato salad featuring balsamic vinegar and turkey bacon for a flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salads
- Method: Boiling and mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 5 slices turkey bacon
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the baby potatoes in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Once the potatoes are cooled, cut them into halves or quarters and place in a large bowl.
- Add the turkey bacon and dressing to the potatoes, tossing gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, allow the salad to marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers for a colorful salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Balsamic Potato Salad, Potato Salad, Turkey Bacon, Salad Recipes