There are always possibilities. Some seem endless with variations and the way the path twists and turns while finding the right one. Taking a familiar option is an easy choice. It is what I initially thought to do for a recent challenge. However, a vision crept into my head as I was on the edge of falling asleep one night. The next day a new possibility was explored. The result is a twist on the traditional. I took apart the pieces and stacked them up. Thus BLT Potato Salad Stacks became my answer to the challenge.
What was the challenge? The kind folks at the Idaho Potato Commission asked Sunday Supper contributors to share potato salad possibilities. It was such an exciting food adventure to take with all the different types of Idaho® potatoes, dressings, ingredients, cuisines, and styles. One key ingredient (besides potatoes) I wanted to use is bacon. Then after making BLT’s for dinner is when the vision was ignited.
Making BLT Potato Salad Stacks is easy. It does take some time and effort though. The tomato vinaigrette is simply done in the blender. The key is cooking the potatoes just enough before grilling. Keep a watch on them and make sure you do not over-cook or else they will fall apart. Use tongs to handle them carefully when grilling. Take them off the grill when they have browned nicely on both sides. They do not have to be crispy-hard like potato chips.
The fun comes with building the stacks. Piling up the goodness of potato, bacon, lettuce, tomato and dressing means a big tasty bite is happening soon. Or a couple of tasty bites because eating a whole stack in one bite is a challenge in itself. Oh, and while we are on the subject of tasty bites, take a look at my family’s German Potato Salad recipe and scroll down to see more by Sunday Supper contributors.
Speaking of challenges, we have another one to share. It is to re-invent breakfast potatoes for a contest sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission for the Food and Wine Conference. There are big prizes including $500 gift card, ticket to the conference, and lots more. You can find all the details here: Idaho® Potato Recipe Contest.
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BLT Potato Salad Stacks
Ingredients
For the tomato vinaigrette:
- 2 large plum tomatoes chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoon chopped shallot
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
For the stacks:
- 6 Idaho® red new potatoes medium size
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Green leaf lettuce torn into potato-width pieces
- 2 to 3 plum tomaotes sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 3 slices cooked thick-cut bacon cut into width of potatoes
- 4- inch skewers
Instructions
For the tomato vinaigrette:
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Combine tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, shallot, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender.
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Blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl.
For the stacks:
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Heat a grill to medium heat (about 400 degrees).
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Slice potatoes into 1/3-inch rounds. Cook potato slices in salted water until just tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Do not over-cook or they will fall apart.
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Drain potatoes and place on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
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Grill potato slices until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
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Transfer potatoes to a cooling rack. Drizzle potatoes with vinaigrette.
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Build the stack starting with a potato slice, then 2 pieces of lettuce, potato slice, tomato slice, potato slice, 2 pieces of bacon, and potato slice on top.
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Insert a skewer in the center of the stack to hold it together.
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Repeat with remaining ingredients (except vinaigrette).
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Drizzle finished stacks with vinaigrette. Serve immediately with vinaigrette on the side.
Recipe Notes
A recipe for BLT Potato Salad Stacks. This is an appetizer made with grilled new potatoes, bacon, lettuce, tomato and a homemade tomato vinaigrette.
Are you ready for potato salad possibilities? Check out these recipes by Sunday Supper contributors featuring Idaho® potatoes:
- Asian-Style Potato Salad by NinjaBaking.com
- BLT Potato Salad Stacks by Magnolia Days
- Chipotle Bacon Potato Salad by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Ciao Bella Potato Salad by The Weekend Gourmet
- Creamy Pesto Idaho® Fingerling Potato Salad by In The Kitchen With KP
- Deconstructed Potato Salad with Smoky Fingerlings by Shockingly Delicious
- Italian Potato Salad by Chocolate Moosey
- Leichter Kartoffelsalat (German Summer Potato Salad) by The Foodie Army Wife
- Lentil and Fingerling Potato Salad w/ Warm Bacon Dressing by girlichef
- Nona’s Potato Salad by Webicurean
- Parsley Pesto Potato Salad by Alida’s Kitchen
- Peruvian-Style Potato Salad by Foxes Love Lemons
- Potato Cucumber Salad {Kartoffel-Gurken Salat} by The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
- Roasted Balsamic Rosemary Potato Salad by Melanie Makes
- Roasted Fingerling and Asparagus Potato Salad by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
- Roasted Potato Salad with Parsley and Arugula by Hip Foodie Mom
- Salmon Asparagus Potato Salad by Family Foodie
- Southern Style Potato Salad by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Tzatziki Potato Salad by Kudos Kitchen By Renee
- Zesty Potato Salad with Bacon and Green Onions by Ruffles & Truffles
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Disclosure: This post is sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission. All opinions are my own.
Alida says
I love the creativity here! This is such an elegant and tasty potato salad! You can’t go wrong with potatoes and bacon. 🙂
Renee says
Totally Alida – bacon and potatoes are a perfect combo.
Hezzi-D says
These look delicious! I love how you stacked the ingredients to make a portable potato salad. These would be perfect for eating at BBQ’s this summer!
Renee says
Thank you Heather and I know I’ll be serving them when I have a BBQ this summer.
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says
Renee!!!! I LOVE these!!! wow!!! what a great, inventive and delicious idea!!! I am SO making these!!! they look so good!
Renee says
Thanks a bunch Alice
Susan says
I.LOVE.THIS!!! Renee what a great idea and I need to make this soon. I could probably eat this just as a meal. They look amazing.
Renee says
Thanks Susan and we actually did have this as a light meal one night.
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Wow! I love this recipe it’s so creative!! Great idea!
Renee says
Thanks Jennifer
Family Foodie says
This is such a fun idea! Love it — especially for entertaining.
Renee says
The tray of stacks would make a nice visual for an appetizer spread (and a tasty one too).
Wendy (TheWeekend Gourmet) says
Very fun and creative…love this!!!
Renee says
Thank you Wendy
Constance Smith (@FoodieArmyWife) says
Oh my heavens, this is GENIUS!!!! Potato Salad on a stick. I love it!!
Renee says
Thanks Conni for such a wonderful compliment.
Deanna Samaan says
I love this this is simply a great recipe and idea!!!
Renee says
Thanks Deanna
The Ninja Baker says
Sooo innovative, Renee. You are a master potato adventurer! With an eye for the delicious =)
Renee says
Thank you so much Kim! It sure was a fun adventure creating this recipe.
Beate says
This is just amazing, Renee. I love all the flavors of those delicious looking BLT Potato Stacks. Perfection {as always} 🙂
Renee says
Thanks Bea – you are so kind.
Heather // girlichef says
These are SO much fun, Renee! I have a feeling that I’d be hanging around this tray until they were all gone, though.
Renee says
Thanks Heather and they are so worth hanging around the tray and eating several of them.
Besty @ dessertsrequired says
You are totally right the familiar option is the easy way to go, but coming up with something creative is even better. I love the way you combined the BLT and potato. Can’t wait to try them.
Renee says
Thanks Betsy and it sure was a lesson for me to tap more into my creative side.
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
I love this stacking idea!
Renee says
Thank Cindy and it was such fun building the stacks.
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says
I make BLT versions of both potato salad and pasta salad, but would have never thought of this presentation. I LOVE it, Renee!
Renee says
Oh now I need to investigate a BLT pasta salad. That sounds yummy.
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
What a fun recipe, Renee! I’m sure they’re delicious!
Renee says
They are very delicious Renee. We even had them as a light dinner one night.
Carla says
Love this fun idea because these are much easier (and more fun!) to serve at picnics than a big bowl of potato salad.
Renee says
Thanks Carla and I agree they are more fun than a bowl of potato salad.
Shaina says
Wow that looks beautiful, Renee! I love how the simple act of stacking ingredients can make anything look so pretty and elegant
Renee says
Yes, and I think I need to try stacking things more often.
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
I couldn’t wait to see this as soon as I saw your recipe title and believe me, they didn’t disappoint!
Renee says
Thanks Melanie
Christine from Cook the Story says
What an adorable idea!
Renee says
Thanks Christine. They sure do have a nice look to them.
Karen Hartzell (@InTheKitchenKP) says
Sign me up as your visiting taste tester! I love this recipe idea! Gorgeous, fresh and perfect for a picnic!
Renee says
Thanks Karen and I now have you on my list of visiting taste testers.
Annie @Maebells says
What a beautiful presentation! I love anything little and bite sized!
Renee says
Thanks Annie. These are really big bites though. I had to cut mine into pieces.
Anne @ Webicurean says
Wow those are gorgeous! Do you cater?! 😉
Renee says
No, sorry, I don’t cater. But I would be happy to make them for you if you ever visited.
Mary Frances says
This is so cute! Great for a picnic or party food, and I love your presentation!
Renee says
Thank you Mary and I agree that it does make for fun party food.
Katie says
These are not only amazing to look at, but the flavors are making me drool! I love the presentation: what a great idea to stack everything!
Renee says
Yea Katie, I had a lot of fun stacking. I see more of it in the very near future.
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
Those are some stunning stacks!
Renee says
Thanks Dorothy.
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
I want about ten of these, Renee!
Renee says
Wish I could send them to you right now Brianne.
Becca from ItsYummi! says
I didn’t realize that taters could be SO pretty! <3
Renee says
Oh you are so sweet Becca. Thanks a bunch.
Kelli's Kitchen says
How Unique and wonderful! This would be so incredible as appetizers at a party!
Renee says
For sure Kelli. Thanks.
Danielle Hatfield says
I can’t wait to try this recipe Renee!
Renee says
Thanks Danielle! You will have to let me know how you like it.