Description
A delightful mix of tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a tangy dressing that encapsulates summer picnics and home gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds potatoes (waxy, such as red or Yukon Gold)
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, then drain and cool slightly before cutting into cubes.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then chop and reserve the drippings.
- Caramelize the chopped onions in the reserved drippings for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Whisk together the apple cider vinegar, sugar, and vegetable oil until blended, then add onions and bacon.
- Combine the cubed potatoes with the dressing, seasoning generously with salt and pepper, and serve warm, garnished with chives if desired.
Notes
This salad can be prepared a day in advance and stores well in the fridge for up to three days. For added flavor, consider using smoked tempeh instead of bacon for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: potato salad, German salad, side dish, barbecue, summer recipes, comfort food, easy recipes