This flavorful Italian Potato salad is always a staple at any summer gathering I host. It’s perfect for summer parties, potlucks or just as a simple side dish…..and it has bacon in it! Enough said!
Summer is almost here and that means picnic and BBQ
season is kicking into high gear. I love hosting parties, especially in the summer. Even though summer is an exceptionally busy time of year on our farm, I think it’s important to always make time for family and friends.
Food always is the centerpiece of everything we do around here. Maybe it’s because of our deep connection with fruits and vegetables because we’re farmers or maybe it’s just because I just love to cook? I think it’s a little bit of both. Food is so welcoming. Growing up, my mom always made sure there was plenty of extras “just in case” someone stopped in for a visit. I find myself now following her same philosophy.
I have a love affair with potatoes. Even though I limit my potato enjoyment of them, I could seriously eat potatoes in any way, shape or form… EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. OF. THE. WEEK! Are you a potato lover too? Potato salad is always a staple at any summer gathering I host. While potato salad is synonymous with parties and summer gatherings, I like to make potato salad year round.
Let’s talk about this Italian Style Potato Salad.
My husband is not a huge fan of mayonnaise so a traditional potato salad is not always his first choice. So I often make this Italian potato salad. Similar to a German potato salad, this Italian style potato salad is mixed with vinegar and oil instead. And…it also has bacon in it. Hello! Another one of my favorite ingredients. You can’t go wrong with bacon. The addition of plenty of basil gives this recipe an Italian flair.
This salad is so vibrant. I love how the red peppers and green peppers give it some pop.
This salad is versatile because can be made a day in advance or served to your guests warm. It tastes great both ways, but I’m all about prepping as much in advance as possible so I can spend more time with enjoying everyone’s company and less time in the kitchen the day of the party.
Do you host a lot of parties for family and friends? What is your favorite salad to make? Try this tasty alternative. I hope this Italian Potato Salad will be a hit at your next gathering.
Summer is almost here and that means picnic and BBQ season is kicking into high gear. This tasty Italian potato salad is sure to be a crowd pleaser.Italian Potato Salad
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8 Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 533Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 806mgCarbohydrates: 82gFiber: 8gSugar: 8gProtein: 14g
This looks yummy. And without mayo, I bet it keeps better on the picnic table!
I like this! I pinned it and I love that there is NO mayo in it. I have a new love for potato salad! This will be great.
PINNED! and will definitely be trying this soon, looks so yummy.
Pinned this!! Seriously looks SO yummy!! Cant wait to make it!!
Pinned and followed, looks delicious.
If I could choose my heaven it would involve mayonaise and creamy mayonaise type things. Since potato salad falls into that category, I am loving this recipe. Stopping by from the Merry Monday linky party! Thanks for sharing! -Treana @ houseofbennetts.com
Everything with bacon is delicious! I haven’t tried this potato salad recipe before but just by looking at the yummy ingredients I can tell it is extremely tasty!