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The Great Canadian Poutine Potato Salad

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If there’s one thing Canadians know and love, it’s poutine. Crispy fries, rich gravy, and cheese curds are basically a Canadian food tradition at this point — so naturally, I had to turn those iconic flavors into the ultimate summer side dish.

This recipe is part of our Great Canadian Series

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Introducing The Great Canadian Warm Poutine Potato Salad — a creamy, savory, BBQ-ready potato salad inspired by classic Canadian poutine. This recipe combines tender potatoes, cheese curds, green onions, crispy bacon, and a rich homemade gravy drizzle to create the perfect mashup between comfort food and summer cookout season.

This is not your average potato salad. As it is a Creamy Summer Twist on Canada’s Most Famous Comfort Food.

It’s creamy, hearty, packed with flavor, and guaranteed to be the side dish everyone talks about at the picnic table. The warm gravy mixed with cool creamy potatoes creates the most delicious balance of flavors while the cheese curds give it that unmistakable poutine-inspired bite.

Whether you’re serving this at a backyard BBQ, Canada Day party, summer picnic, camping trip, or family dinner, this potato salad is guaranteed to disappear fast.

How to make Great Canadian Warm Poutine Potato Salad

The Great Canadian Poutine Potato Salad

Step 1: Roast the Potatoes

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Spread chopped potatoes onto a large baking sheet. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

Roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender inside.

Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Dressing

While the potatoes roast, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.

Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Homemade Poutine Gravy

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.

Slowly whisk in beef broth until smooth. Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened and glossy.

Keep warm.

Step 4: Assemble the Warm Potato Salad

Add the hot roasted potatoes directly into the bowl with the creamy dressing.

Toss gently until fully coated.

Fold in cheese curds, crispy bacon, and green onions while the potatoes are still warm so the cheese curds soften slightly.

Transfer to a serving bowl.

Step 5: Finish with Warm Gravy

Drizzle warm poutine gravy generously over top just before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley, extra cheese curds, green onions, and cracked black pepper.

Serve immediately while warm.

Tips For The Best Warm Poutine Potato Salad

  • Use fresh cheese curds for authentic Canadian poutine flavor.
  • Roast the potatoes until deeply golden for the best texture.
  • Serve immediately while warm for melty cheese curds and rich gravy.
  • Add extra crispy bacon for even more flavor.
  • Don’t overmix the potatoes or they may become mushy.

What To Serve With It

This warm Canadian potato salad pairs perfectly with:

  • Burgers
  • Grilled sausages
  • BBQ ribs
  • Pulled pork
  • Smoked brisket
  • Hot dogs
  • Canada Day BBQ spreads

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Inspired by classic Canadian poutine
  • Creamy, rich, and incredibly flavorful
  • Perfect for BBQs and summer gatherings
  • Loaded with cheese curds and gravy
  • A unique Canadian side dish recipe
  • Easy to make ahead for parties

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Suggested Serving Ideas

Serve this poutine potato salad alongside:

  • Burgers
  • Grilled hot dogs
  • BBQ chicken
  • Smoked brisket
  • Pulled pork sandwiches
  • Canada Day cookout favorites
The Great Canadian Poutine Potato Salad

The Great Canadian Warm Poutine Potato Salad

Yield: 8
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

  • For the Roasted Potatoes
  • 3 lbs baby red potatoes, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Creamy Dressing
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Poutine Toppings
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cheese curds
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • For the Homemade Poutine Gravy
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

    Step 1: Roast the Potatoes
    Preheat oven to 425°F.
    Spread chopped potatoes onto a large baking sheet. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
    Roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender inside.
    Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Dressing
    While the potatoes roast, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
    Set aside.
    Step 3: Make the Homemade Poutine Gravy
    In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
    Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
    Slowly whisk in beef broth until smooth. Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened and glossy.
    Keep warm.
    Step 4: Assemble the Warm Potato Salad
    Add the hot roasted potatoes directly into the bowl with the creamy dressing.
    Toss gently until fully coated.
    Fold in cheese curds, crispy bacon, and green onions while the potatoes are still warm so the cheese curds soften slightly.
    Transfer to a serving bowl.
    Step 5: Finish with Warm Gravy
    Drizzle warm poutine gravy generously over top just before serving.
    Garnish with fresh parsley, extra cheese curds, green onions, and cracked black pepper.
    Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Tips For The Best Warm Poutine Potato Salad
Use fresh cheese curds for authentic Canadian poutine flavor.
Roast the potatoes until deeply golden for the best texture.
Serve immediately while warm for melty cheese curds and rich gravy.
Add extra crispy bacon for even more flavor.
Don’t overmix the potatoes or they may become mushy.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 619Total Fat: 43gSaturated Fat: 15gUnsaturated Fat: 28gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 800mgCarbohydrates: 43gFiber: 4gSugar: 4gProtein: 17g

These calculations are based off Nutritionix

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