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    Jalapeno Bacon Potato Salad Recipe

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    A potato salad is a dish loved by many and a staple at just about any BBQ or picnic. While store-bought potato salads can be a quick and convenient option, they're usually full of unhealthy oils, preservatives, and sugar.

    Luckily, a homemade version requires just a little preparation and time to cool, but you and your guests will be scraping the bowl for more!

    Jalapeno Bacon Potato Salad

    This potato salad can be made with russet potatoes or sweet potatoes. You may be thinking, "I thought white potatoes weren't Paleo!?" White potatoes are fine to eat if you don't have blood sugar issues and aren't on the autoimmune protocol (because they’re nightshade).

    White potatoes are quite starchy, but it's important to remember that Paleo is not a low-carb diet. Winter squashes, potatoes, and fruit are some higher carbohydrate foods that are also Paleo. Eating a white potato can be a great way to replenish glycogen stores for active folks, so eat up!

    The spicy jalapenos mixed with savory pieces of crumbled bacon and creamy mayonnaise make this a must-make salad.  Be sure to choose well-sourced bacon. Farmer's markets, local grocers, and even quality butcher shops often carry quality, locally-sourced bacon.

    Jalapeno Bacon Potato Salad Recipe

    Serves: 6 Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min

    Ingredients

    • 4 to 5 russet or sweet potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
    • ½ cup homemade mayonnaise
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • ½ tbsp. chili powder
    • 1 tsp. dried oregano
    • ½ tsp. cumin powder
    • 2 to 3 jalapenos, minced
    • 2 green onions, sliced
    • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    Jalapeno Bacon Potato Salad Recipe Preparation

    Preparation

    1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
    2. Add sweet potatoes and cook until tender but still a little crunchy; 12 to 15 minutes; drain and let cool.
    3. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, garlic, chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, and season to taste.
    4. In a salad bowl, add the potatoes, jalapenos, green onions, and bacon.
    5. Pour in the mayonnaise and toss gently.
    6. Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
    Jalapeno Bacon Potato Salad Recipe

    Jalapeno Bacon Potato Salad Recipe

    Spice up your potato salad - jalapenos mixed with savory pieces of crumbled bacon and creamy mayonnaise make this a favorite!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 360 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 to 5 russet or sweet potatoes cut into bite-sized pieces
    • ½ cup homemade mayonnaise
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • ½ tbsp. chili powder
    • 1 tsp. dried oregano
    • ½ tsp. cumin powder
    • 2 to 3 jalapenos minced
    • 2 green onions sliced
    • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
    • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
    • Add sweet potatoes and cook until tender but still a little crunchy; 12 to 15 minutes; drain and let cool.
      4 to 5 russet or sweet potatoes
    • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, garlic, chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, and season to taste.
      ½ cup homemade mayonnaise, 2 garlic cloves, ½ tbsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. dried oregano, ½ tsp. cumin powder, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
    • In a salad bowl, add the potatoes, jalapenos, green onions, and bacon.
      2 to 3 jalapenos, 2 green onions, 6 slices bacon
    • Pour in the mayonnaise and toss gently.
    • Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 369mgPotassium: 623mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 21870IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword bacon, jalapeño, potato, salad
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    Filed Under: Paleo Pork Recipes, Paleo Recipes, Paleo Salad Recipes, Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers Tagged With: cooking: fast cook, cooking: fast prep, cooking: stovetop, diet: dairy-free, diet: low-fodmap, diet: no sweeteners, diet: nut-free, diet: shellfish-free

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