Cold German Potato Salad

Elevate your side dish game with this Cold German Potato Salad, a flavorful twist on a classic recipe that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or summer barbecues. This hearty salad features tender red potatoes paired with crispy, smoky bacon and sautéed onions for a depth of savory flavor. The tangy dressing, made with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of sugar, adds a zesty kick that perfectly balances the richness of the bacon. Fresh parsley and chives bring a bright, herbal finish to this chilled dish, which can be made ahead and served cold for ultimate convenience. Whether you're entertaining guests or preparing a simple family meal, this easy-to-make German potato salad will impress everyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Small red potatoes
• 6 slices Thick-cut bacon
• 1 Yellow onion
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp Chives

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red potatoes thoroughly and place them in a large pot. Cover the potatoes with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over high heat.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooling, chop the bacon into small pieces. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the skillet.

Step 4

Finely chop the onion and add it to the same skillet with the bacon grease. Sauté the onion over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until softened and translucent.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Cut the cooled potatoes into bite-sized chunks and place them in a large mixing bowl. Add the cooked bacon and sautéed onion to the bowl.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the potatoes and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Chop the fresh parsley and chives finely, then sprinkle them over the salad. Toss lightly once more.

Step 9

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1269.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1570.3

Total Fat 84.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 64.3mg	0%
Sodium 4439.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 30.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 136.7mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 4579.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.6%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 43.7%