Description
Discover the warmth and comfort of classic German Potato Salad, a delightful side dish that blends tender red potatoes with crispy bacon, all tossed in a tangy honey Dijon vinaigrette. Perfect for summer BBQs, family gatherings, or cozy dinners, this potato salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. With its unique flavor profile and comforting texture, it’s sure to impress your guests. Serve it warm and enjoy the combination of savory ingredients that make every bite satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby red potatoes
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 small yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let steam dry before cutting into chunks.
- In a skillet, fry the bacon until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to drain on paper towels.
- Sauté diced onion in the skillet until softened, then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and apple cider vinegar in the skillet; heat slightly.
- Combine warm dressing with potatoes and bacon; toss gently.
- Serve warm and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg