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German Potato Salad (Warm, Tangy & Full of Flavor)
Isla Marie

German Potato Salad

A warm and savory potato salad made with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a tangy vinegar-mustard dressing. Unlike creamy potato salads, this version is bold, smoky, and full of comforting flavor. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or hearty family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients:
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes
  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Slotted spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

Step 1. Cook Potatoes
  1. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
Step 2. Slice Potatoes
  1. Cut potatoes into bite-sized pieces or thick slices.
Step 3. Cook Bacon
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving some drippings in the pan.
Step 4. Cook Onion
  1. Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until softened.
Step 5. Make Dressing
  1. Stir in apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
Step 6. Combine Potatoes
  1. Add warm potatoes to the skillet and gently toss to coat with dressing.
Step 7. Add Bacon and Parsley
  1. Return bacon to the pan and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Step 8. Serve
  1. Serve warm or slightly warm for best flavor.

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Notes

  • Dress potatoes while warm so they absorb more flavor.
  • Do not overcook potatoes or they may fall apart.
  • Reserve some bacon for topping to keep it crispy.
  • Adjust vinegar or sugar to balance tanginess.
  • Best served fresh but can also be reheated gently.