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German Potato Salad

German potato salad is a delicious main dish or tasty side with any entrèe. Serve it warm, at room temperature, or even cold!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 255 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad , Lunch
Cuisine: German , American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes yellow or red
  • 8 lices Bacon uncooked
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

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  1. Scrub the potatoes (do not peel) and cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain well.
  2. Meanwhile, in a 10-inch skillet over medium high heat, add the bacon and cook until crisp. Turn the heat down to medium low and transfer the bacon to a paper towel lined plate reserving the grease in the skillet. Add the onion to the bacon drippings and until tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. Whisk in the broth, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat while whisking for 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the warm potatoes, dressing, parsley, and half of the bacon. Toss to combine, season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Rest at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Top with the remaining crumbled bacon and serve warm or room temperature.

Notes

  • Optional additions: Add ½ teaspoon of dry mustard, 1 teaspoon of grainy mustard or 1/2 cup of chopped celery or sweet pickles to this recipe if desired.
  • Use waxy potatoes such as red or Yukon gold. Baking potatoes or russets are too starchy and will soak up all of the dressing.
  • Sweet pickles can be added, and in place of vinegar and sugar, you can use sweet pickle juice. 
  • Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat portions in the microwave, or enjoy it cold!

Nutrition Information

Calories 255 (13%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 19mg (6%) Sodium 410mg (17%) Potassium 873mg (25%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 125IU (3%) Vitamin C 24.7mg (27%) Calcium 63mg (6%) Iron 6.4mg (36%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 255

% Daily Value*

Calories 255 13%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 19mg 6%
Sodium 410mg 17%
Potassium 873mg 19%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 125IU 3%
Vitamin C 24.7mg 27%
Calcium 63mg 6%
Iron 6.4mg 36%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.