Description
Experience the perfect blend of flavors in this classic German Potato Salad, featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes, crispy bacon, and a zesty apple cider dressing. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings, this dish can be served warm or chilled, making it a versatile addition to any meal. Delight your taste buds with its creamy texture and savory notes that elevate it from a simple side to the star of the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and boil Yukon Gold potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly before slicing.
- In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble, reserving some drippings.
- Sauté chopped red onion in the bacon drippings until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Whisk together apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Combine with sautéed onions.
- Toss warm potatoes with crumbled bacon, onion mixture, parsley, and dressing until evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like dill or swapping apple cider vinegar for lemon juice. - This salad can be made one day ahead; flavors improve as they meld overnight.