Taco Red Potato Salad

Add a fiesta of flavor to your table with this Taco Red Potato Salad! This vibrant twist on a classic potato salad combines tender red potatoes with a creamy, zesty dressing featuring taco seasoning and a hint of lime juice. Packed with colorful mix-ins like black beans, corn, green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese, this recipe delivers bold Tex-Mex flair in every bite. Fresh cilantro and optional jalapeño bring a refreshing kick to this irresistible side dish. Perfectly chilled and easy to make in just over 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate choice for barbecues, picnics, or taco night spreads. Make this dish a go-to for your next gathering and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red potatoes
• 0.5 cups mayonnaise
• 0.5 cups sour cream
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.25 cups green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, diced (optional)
• 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cups canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 0.5 cups whole kernel corn, drained
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the red potatoes thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot, add enough water to cover them, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Cook the potatoes until fork-tender, about 12-15 minutes. Avoid overcooking to prevent them from becoming mushy.

Step 4

Drain the potatoes and let them cool completely.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, taco seasoning, and lime juice until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Add the cooled potatoes to the bowl, tossing gently to coat them evenly with the dressing.

Step 7

Fold in the green onions, cilantro, jalapeño (if using), black beans, corn, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 8

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and gently toss everything together.

Step 9

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Before serving, give the salad a light stir and garnish with additional cilantro or green onions, if desired.

Step 11

Serve chilled as a flavorful side dish for barbecues, picnics, or taco nights.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1540 grams (1540.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2252

Total Fat 130.50g	167%
Saturated Fat 36.10g	181%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 236mg	79%
Sodium 5209mg	226%
Total Carbohydrate 248.10g	90%
Dietary Fiber 30.60g	109%
Total Sugars 26.00g
Protein 47.60g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 759mg	58%
Iron 11mg	58%
Potassium 4534mg	96%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 42.1%