Mariannchen's German Potato Salad

Experience the comforting flavors of traditional Bavarian cuisine with Mariannchen’s German Potato Salad, a perfect blend of tangy, savory, and hearty ingredients. This authentic recipe combines tender Yukon Gold potatoes, crispy thick-cut bacon, and a warm, savory-sweet dressing made with apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of sugar. Enhanced by sautéed onions and fresh herbs like parsley and optional chives, this potato salad is tossed in rendered bacon drippings for a rich depth of flavor. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a classic side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled sausages, schnitzel, or roast chicken. With simple prep and just 40 minutes from start to finish, it’s an irresistible addition to your next family gathering or Oktoberfest celebration!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
• 6 slices Thick-cut bacon
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 0.5 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Chives (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Scrub the Yukon Gold potatoes clean. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set them aside to cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel the potatoes if desired, then slice them into 1/4-inch rounds.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, dice the bacon into small pieces. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it is crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Leave about 2 tablespoons of the rendered bacon grease in the skillet.

Step 4

Finely dice the yellow onion. Add it to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease and sauté over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the chicken or vegetable broth, apple cider vinegar, granulated sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine and let the mixture heat through for about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the sliced potatoes and crispy bacon to the skillet. Gently toss everything together until the potatoes are well coated in the dressing. Be careful not to mash the potatoes.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat. Sprinkle the potato salad with freshly chopped parsley and optional chives for added flavor and color.

Step 8

Serve the German potato salad warm. It can also be enjoyed at room temperature and makes for excellent leftovers when refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1341.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1253.4

Total Fat 39.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 64.3mg	0%
Sodium 4493.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 36.4g
Protein 31.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166.9mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 4252.7mg	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: 27.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 62.0%