Lemon-Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon
This potato salad blends tender new potatoes with crispy bacon and a tangy lemon-dill dressing for a refreshing and hearty picnic side. This american-inspired salads ready in about 35 minutes pairs halved or quartered new potatoes, bacon slices, mayonnaise into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs, halved or quartered new potatoes
- 6 slices bacon slices
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 3, thinly sliced green onions
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 2 lbs halved or quartered new potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1/2 tsp salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to medium, simmer for 15-18 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender, then drain and let cool slightly.
- Step 2: While potatoes cook, cook 6 slices bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 7-9 minutes. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain and cool, then crumble into small pieces.
- Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 3 thinly sliced green onions, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth and tangy.
- Step 4: Toss the warm potatoes with the lemon-dill dressing until evenly coated. Fold in the crispy bacon pieces gently, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lemon-Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Lemon-Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bacon slices from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Lemon-Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Lemon-Dill Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon?
American salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
