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Smoky German-Style Bacon Potato Salad

Smoky German-Style Bacon Potato Salad That Will Wow Your Guests

A vibrant twist on traditional potato salad, this Smoky German-Style Bacon Potato Salad is light, zesty, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Let flavors meld 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: German
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pounds waxy potatoes (red or Yukon gold) for creamy texture
  • 8 ounces thick-cut bacon for smoky flavor
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, chives) for freshness and color
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar adds refreshing acidity
  • 2 tablespoons grainy mustard or Dijon mustard
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and cool, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, around 7-10 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and crumble.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, grainy mustard, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, toss the potato chunks, crumbled bacon, and chopped herbs. Drizzle the dressing over and toss lightly.
  5. Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be served warm or cold. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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