Description
German Potato Salad is a vibrant and tangy dish that combines perfectly boiled Yukon Gold potatoes with crispy bacon, red onion, and a zesty dressing. Ideal for picnics or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe delivers a delightful crunch and mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Whether served warm or chilled, it pairs beautifully with grilled meats and is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil Yukon Gold potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly before slicing.
- In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Crumble the bacon and set aside.
- In the same skillet, whisk together apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Toss warm potatoes with crumbled bacon, chopped red onion, and dressing until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg