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Hearty German Potato Salad Recipe

The Best Hearty German Potato Salad Recipe You'll Ever Make

This Hearty German Potato Salad Recipe features tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a tangy dressing, making it a must-try side dish for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Salads
Cuisine German
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 2 pounds waxy potatoes such as red or Yukon gold
  • 8 ounces bacon chopped
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

For the Dressing

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper adjust to taste

Instructions
 

Directions

  • Place waxy potatoes in a pot, covering them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  • Once cooked, let the potatoes cool slightly. Slice them into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a skillet, sauté chopped bacon over medium heat until it's crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the crispy bacon to a plate, leaving the savory drippings in the pan.
  • Add diced onions to the bacon drippings and sauté until they become soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, vegetable oil, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the sliced potatoes, sautéed onions, and crispy bacon.
  • Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
  • Top with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish can be enjoyed warm, at room temperature, or chilled. For an extra crunch, consider adding sliced radishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Gluten-Free, Hearty German Potato Salad, potato salad, Quick Recipe, Side Dish, vegan option
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