Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad

Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad is a fun mash-up of flavors using classic Caesar dressing mixed with adobo sauce. Perfect side dish for any occasion when you need to feed a crowd! 

Raise your hand if you adore potato salad? 

Growing up in the Midwest we gobbled potato salad. I think every season had it’s own version, but summer is when the potato salad game is strong. Whether for a church picnic, Sunday dinners, or road trips, you guessed it…..potato salad! 

Not to toot my horn but I’ve made some killer potato salad over the years. To name a few: Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad, Roasted Shishito Pepper Potato Salad, and Barbecue Bacon Blue Cheese Potato Salad, and now this Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad.

I realize this potato salad might sound a little funky but I assure you it’s delicious. Taking the classic Caesar dressing components and adding a bit of spice to the mixture. Toss the dressing with some fluffy golden baby potatoes and what you get is the ultimate summer salad! 

Ready to dive in? 

Ingredients used to make this Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad 

When it comes to summer sides potato salad is always a go-to! Simple to make, can feed a crowd, and makes for killer leftovers. For this spiced up version, you will need the following ingredients: 

• Anchovy filets
• Baby golden potatoes
• Scallions
• Mayonnaise
• Dijon mustard
• Worcestershire sauce
• Chipotle adobo sauce
• Lemon juice
• Parmesan cheese
• Garlic
• Kosher salt and pepper

How to Make Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad 

Best side dishes shouldn’t be fussy to make. Check out the following steps to make this creamy potato salad: 

• Place the potatoes in a large stock pot. Fill the pot with cold water (enough to cover the potatoes) and a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook the potatoes until fork tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Strain the potatoes and allow to cool before tossing with the dressing. 
• In a food processor, combine mayonnaise, anchovies, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, chipotle adobo sauce, lemon juice, garlic, Parmesan, kosher salt, and pepper. Pulse until smooth. 
• Place the cooled potatoes in a large bowl and toss with the dressing. Garnish with scallions and enjoy!  

Variations for Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad 

One of the many reasons why I enjoy making potato salad are the variations. Below are a few subtle ways to mix up this famous Midwestern side: 

• Crispy Chickpea Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad: add roasted chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes
• Tropical Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad: add diced pineapple, toasted coconut flakes and sliced scallions
• Green Goddess Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad: add diced cucumber, fresh dill and sliced radishes
• Tex-Mex Chipotle Caesar Potato Salad: add black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, and shredded cheese

Proper Storing

Here are some guidelines on how to store this potato salad: 

Refrigerator: store the potato salad in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.

Freezing: freeze for up to 1 month. Note that the texture and flavor might change upon thawing.

Thaw in the Refrigerator: Transfer the frozen potato salad to the refrigerator and let it thaw slowly. This may take several hours or overnight.