Description
Warm German Potato Salad with bacon, vinegar, and mustard is a zesty and satisfying twist on the classic side dish. Unlike its creamy counterpart, this warm salad features tender potatoes bathed in a tangy dressing that combines the sharpness of vinegar with the bold flavor of mustard. Crispy bacon adds a delightful crunch, making it a perfect accompaniment for summer BBQs, picnics, or family dinners. With quick preparation and cooking times, you can enjoy this dish in under 30 minutes, allowing you more time to savor your gathering. Ideal served warm or chilled as leftovers, this versatile salad will be a hit at any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds cubed potatoes
- 4 slices bacon, 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
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil cubed potatoes in salted water until just tender (about 10 minutes). Drain well.
- Cook bacon in a large pan until crispy. Remove bacon but reserve about 2 tablespoons of grease in the pan.
- Sauté diced onion in the reserved bacon grease until tender (approximately 5 minutes).
- Stir in chopped garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add apple cider vinegar, both mustards, salt, and pepper to the pan; mix well.
- Combine boiled potatoes and crumbled bacon with the dressing; toss gently to coat. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sides
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg