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Jalapeno Popper Roasted Potato Salad with baby potatoes, fresh jalapeños, cheddar, bacon, and creamy dressing served in a bowl.

Jalapeno Popper Roasted Potato Salad


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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Jalapeno Popper Roasted Potato Salad combines tender roasted baby potatoes with crispy bacon, fresh jalapeños, cheddar cheese, and a creamy popper-inspired dressing. It’s bold, comforting, and guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any gathering.


Ingredients

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

  • 3–4 fresh jalapeños, diced (seeds removed for less heat)

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • ½ cup green onions, chopped

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Wash and scrub baby potatoes; cut them in halves or quarters.

  3. Spread potatoes on a baking sheet.

  4. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.

  5. Toss to coat evenly.

  6. Roast for 25–30 minutes, until tender and golden.

  7. Cook bacon until crispy; crumble and set aside.

  8. Dice jalapeños, removing seeds if you prefer less heat.

  9. In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise.

  10. Mix until smooth and creamy.

  11. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese.

  12. Let the roasted potatoes cool for 10 minutes.

  13. Place potatoes in a large bowl.

  14. Add cream cheese mixture, bacon, jalapeños, green onions, and cilantro.

  15. Gently fold to coat the potatoes evenly.

  16. Add lime juice and toss lightly.

  17. Serve warm or refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Remove jalapeño seeds for a milder salad.

  • This recipe tastes even better after chilling for an hour as flavors meld.

  • Add extra bacon or cheddar on top for more texture and richness.

 

  • Works great as a warm side dish or chilled potluck favorite.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasted / Mixed
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 345 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 23 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Cholesterol: 38 g