Get ready to elevate your summer barbecues and potlucks with the most irresistible Ranch Style Potato Salad you've ever tasted! This isn't just another boring potato salad – it's a creamy, zesty sensation that will have everyone asking for your secret recipe. Packed with tangy ranch dressing, crisp celery, and fresh green onions, this dish transforms humble potatoes into a mouthwatering masterpiece that's both easy to make and impossible to resist.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dice potatoes into approximately 1/2-inch cubes, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Place diced potatoes in a large pot of salted water, covering them completely. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer potatoes for 8-10 minutes, or until fork-tender but not mushy. Test by piercing with a fork - potatoes should be soft but still hold their shape.
- Drain potatoes in a colander and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool them down quickly.
- While potatoes are cooling, finely dice the celery and chop the green onions.
- Transfer cooled potatoes to a large mixing bowl, allowing them to reach room temperature.
- Add ranch dressing, diced celery, and chopped green onions to the potatoes.
- Gently fold all ingredients together, ensuring potatoes are evenly coated with ranch dressing.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together before serving.
- Optional: Garnish with additional chopped green onions before serving for extra freshness.
Tips
- Choose the Right Potatoes: Use waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold or red potatoes that hold their shape when boiled.
- Size Matters: Dice potatoes into uniform 1/2-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and a consistent texture.
- Salt Your Cooking Water: Add salt to the potato boiling water to enhance flavor from the start.
- Cool Quickly: Rinse boiled potatoes with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent overcooking.
- Chill for Maximum Flavor: Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
- Don't Overdress: Add ranch dressing gradually to control the consistency and prevent a soggy salad.
- Fresh is Best: Use fresh green onions and crisp celery for the best crunch and flavor.
- Make Ahead: This salad tastes even better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep and gatherings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 10mg
