German Potato Salad
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German Potato Salad
Description
The German Potato Salad recipe highlights boiled red potatoes mixed with thick-cut bacon and finely diced red onions sautéed until translucent and crispy. These ingredients come together in a bowl, where a dressing made from apple cider vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper is whisked and poured over the potatoes. The salad is gently stirred to coat the slices evenly, offering a balance of tangy, salty, and savory flavors with a pleasant contrast between the soft potatoes and crisp bacon.
The salad is served at room temperature, which enhances the mingling of flavors without the need for refrigeration just before serving. It can be a flavorful side dish to meats or enjoyed on its own. Parsley is used optionally as a garnish to add color and a subtle herbal note.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, and the salad may be enjoyed chilled or brought back to room temperature before serving.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potato red
- 6 lices Bacon thick cut
- 1 red onion finely diced, small
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon salt divided, + 1 teaspoon
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
- parsley optional, curly, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in a large pan with 1 tablespoon salt until fork tender.
- Drain and run under cold water.
- Slice potatoes and add to large bowl.
- In a heavy skillet, cook bacon about half way done about 6-8 minutes/
- Add diced onions and continue cooking until bacon is crispy and onions are translucent.
- Remove from pan and drain well.
- Add to bowl.
- Gently stir to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, mustard, 1 teaspoon salt and pepper.
- Pour over potatoes and stir to combine.
- Serve room temperature.
- Store leftovers in refrigerator.
Notes
- This potato salad is traditionally served warm or at room temperature to balance flavors and texture.
- Use firm red potatoes as they hold their shape well during boiling and mixing.
- Adjust the amount of apple cider vinegar and sugar in the dressing to suit your taste for tanginess and sweetness.
- Drain the bacon and onions well to avoid excess grease in the salad.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4-6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 412 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 412kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 443mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 1179mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 36IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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