Description
Warm German Potato Salad with bacon, vinegar, and mustard is a delightful twist on traditional potato salads that brings vibrant flavors to your summer gatherings. This savory dish combines tender potatoes with the crispness of bacon, tangy apple cider vinegar, and zesty mustard, making it the perfect side for BBQs, picnics, or holiday meals. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this warm salad is not only delicious but also versatile enough to be enjoyed at any temperature. Impress your guests with this comforting and flavorful side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or fresh salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds potatoes (cubed)
- 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon grainy mustard
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and reserve 2 tablespoons of grease.
- Add diced onion to the pan with reserved bacon grease and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in chopped garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in apple cider vinegar, both mustards, and season with salt and pepper; mix well.
- Add boiled potatoes and crumbled bacon to the pan; toss gently to coat everything evenly. Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg