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German Potato Salad

Tangy German Potato Salad with Crispy Bacon Bliss

This German Potato Salad features a tangy dressing and crispy bacon, making it a delightful side for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: German
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds Small Red Potatoes cut into halves or quarters
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 6 slices Bacon can substitute with turkey bacon
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion can substitute with red onion
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Stone Ground Mustard or spicy brown mustard
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil Potatoes: Wash and cut the red potatoes. Add them to a pot, cover with water and salt. Boil for 12 to 15 minutes until fork-tender.
    German Potato Salad
  2. Cook Bacon: In a skillet, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain on paper towel.
    German Potato Salad
  3. Sauté Onions: In the same skillet, sauté diced onion in bacon fat for 4 to 5 minutes until soft.
    German Potato Salad
  4. Make Dressing: Whisk in mustard, vinegar, sugar, and pepper into the onions. Mix well for about 2 minutes.
    German Potato Salad
  5. Combine Ingredients: Drain potatoes and let cool slightly. Mix with bacon and parsley, then add dressing and toss gently.
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  6. Serve: Adjust seasoning and serve warm or refrigerate for later.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, prepare a day in advance and keep components separate until serving. Adjust dressing if needed before serving.

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