Old-Fashioned German Potato Salad
Discover how to make an irresistible Old-Fashioned German Potato Salad Recipe that’s perfect for any occasion—it’s time to savor every delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds red potatoes
- 6 ounces turkey bacon (or smoky tofu)
- 1 cup sweet onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- ¾ cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley and chives (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the red potatoes in a large pot of water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and let cool before peeling.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped turkey bacon until crispy, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Sauté sweet onions in the same skillet until softened, then add minced garlic for an additional 30 seconds.
- Whisk together chicken broth, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper in the skillet; bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for several minutes.
- Combine cooked potatoes and dressing in a large bowl; toss gently to coat.
- Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with herbs if desired. Chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg