Description
German Potato Salad is a delightful twist on traditional comfort food, combining tender Yukon Gold potatoes with crispy bacon and a zesty dressing for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, this versatile salad can be served warm or cold, making it a go-to dish for any occasion. With each bite, you’ll enjoy the harmonious blend of savory and tangy notes that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes: Wash and cut Yukon Gold potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender (10-15 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Cook the bacon: In a skillet, fry thick-cut bacon until crispy. Reserve drippings.
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, mix red onion with apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard.
- Combine ingredients: Fold warm potatoes into the onion mixture along with crumbled bacon and reserved drippings.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste; garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve: Enjoy warm or chill in the fridge for an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling/Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg