Description
Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad is a vibrant and zesty twist on the traditional potato salad, perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or casual family dinners. This dish combines creamy textures with a spicy kick from jalapenos and a rich cream cheese blend. With each bite, you’ll experience the delightful crunch of fresh vegetables and the indulgent flavor of cheese, making it not just a side dish but a centerpiece at any meal. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, you can adjust the heat level to suit your taste. Impress your friends and family with this unique and flavorful potato salad that’s sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds red potatoes
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup chopped pickled jalapenos
- 2 green onions
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Cook the potatoes in salted boiling water until tender (10-15 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, blend room-temperature cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the cooled potatoes along with jalapenos, sliced green onions, and shredded cheese.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg