Description
German potato salad is a vibrant, tangy dish that combines tender Yukon Gold potatoes with a zesty dressing made from apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard. Topped with crispy bacon and fresh parsley, this versatile side dish is ideal for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, promising to impress your guests with its comforting flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 oz bacon, chopped
- 1 medium red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy (5-7 minutes). Remove bacon and reserve 2 tbsp of fat.
- Whisk together the reserved bacon fat, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper in the skillet.
- In a large bowl, combine warm potatoes, crispy bacon, diced red onion, and parsley. Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve warm or chill in the fridge for an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian version, substitute bacon with smoked tofu. Add chopped pickles for extra crunch or experiment with fresh herbs like dill for enhanced flavor.