Description
Warm German Potato Salad is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for Memorial Day gatherings. This easy-to-make salad features tender Yukon Gold potatoes, crispy bacon, and a tangy apple cider vinaigrette that beautifully melds the flavors together. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this delightful recipe evokes nostalgia and is sure to impress your guests, making every bite a memorable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil diced potatoes in salted water for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess grease, reserving a tablespoon of drippings.
- Sauté chopped onions in the reserved drippings until soft and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Combine drained potatoes, sautéed onions, and crumbled bacon in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding minced garlic or fresh chives. - You can prepare this dish ahead of time; just reheat gently before serving. - Swap bacon for turkey bacon or use smoked paprika for a vegetarian twist.