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German Potato Salad Recipe

German Potato Salad Recipe

4.7 from 8 reviews
  • Author: saadia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiling, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A classic German Potato Salad recipe featuring tender red potatoes tossed in a tangy vinegar and mustard dressing with crispy bacon and fresh parsley. This warm salad is a flavorful side dish perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Potatoes:

  • 2 pounds red potatoes, halved or quartered

Dressing:

  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley


Instructions

  1. Cook Potatoes: Boil red potatoes until tender, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook Bacon: Crisp bacon in a skillet; set aside.
  3. Make Dressing: Sauté onion in bacon drippings, add vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer.
  4. Combine: Toss warm potatoes with dressing and bacon. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • This salad can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
  • Yukon gold potatoes can be substituted for red potatoes.