Description
Indulge in the tangy and savory goodness of German Potato Salad, a dish that effortlessly combines tender Yukon Gold potatoes with crispy bacon, zesty Dijon mustard, and a splash of white vinegar. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family gatherings, this versatile salad can be enjoyed warm or cold. With its bold flavors and appealing colors, it’s sure to be the star of your next picnic or potluck.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4–6 strips thick-cut bacon
- ½ cup red onion (finely diced)
- ½ cup white vinegar
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the Yukon Gold potatoes. Boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain but do not rinse.
- While potatoes cook, fry chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease.
- In a bowl, whisk together white vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in diced onion and crispy bacon into the dressing.
- Gently fold in the warm potatoes until well coated.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and toss gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Boiling/Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg