Description
German Potato Salad is a comforting dish that combines tender, buttery potatoes with the tang of apple cider vinegar and crispy bacon. This versatile salad can be served warm or chilled, making it an excellent choice for summer picnics or holiday gatherings. With its delightful balance of savory and tangy flavors, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your next meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs waxy potatoes (Yukon Gold or red)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp whole-grain Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into bite-sized cubes and place in a pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10-15 minutes until tender but firm.
- While the potatoes are cooking, fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion in about 2 tbsp of bacon drippings until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Combine drained potatoes with crumbled bacon and sautéed onions in a large bowl. Drizzle with apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard; season with salt and pepper. Mix gently.
- Add chopped parsley and toss again. Serve warm or chill for an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg