Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with Loaded German Potato Salad, a creamy and tangy dish bursting with flavors. This irresistible blend of waxy potatoes, crispy bacon, and sweet onions makes it perfect for summer picnics or family gatherings. Easy to prepare ahead of time, this salad will leave your guests asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a skillet, fry the diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and sauté the onions in the leftover fat until translucent.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add cooled potatoes to the dressing mixture along with the crispy bacon and sautéed onions. Toss gently to combine without mashing the potatoes.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: - For a twist, substitute regular potatoes with sweet potatoes or add jalapeños for extra spice. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently in the microwave.