Description
German potato salad is a delightful twist on the classic dish, featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes combined with crispy bacon and a tangy apple cider vinegar dressing. This warm salad is perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to family gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and comforting texture, it’s bound to become a staple at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and peel the Yukon Gold potatoes, cutting them into equal-sized chunks.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
- While potatoes cook, fry bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and reserve bacon grease.
- In a large bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and fresh dill. Stir in crumbled bacon and some reserved bacon grease.
- Gently fold the warm potatoes into the dressing mixture without mashing them.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least an hour to enjoy chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg