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Cozy German Potato Salad Recipe with Bacon and Tangy Dijon Vinaigrette Made Easy

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A hearty and comforting German potato salad featuring Yukon Gold potatoes, crispy bacon, and a warm tangy Dijon vinaigrette. Perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or alongside grilled meats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, washed and cut into ½-inch slices
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are just tender when pierced with a fork, about 12-15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. While the potatoes cook, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon bits and set them on a paper towel-lined plate. Reserve the bacon fat in the skillet.
  3. To the warm bacon fat in the skillet, add the finely chopped red onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened but not browned. Remove from heat and whisk in the Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, and olive oil until emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the drained potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm vinaigrette over the potatoes and gently toss to coat evenly. Add the crispy bacon bits and chopped parsley, folding everything together carefully to avoid breaking the potatoes.
  5. Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature so the flavors meld. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Notes

Use Yukon Gold potatoes for best texture; avoid Russets as they fall apart. Warm vinaigrette and warm potatoes ensure better flavor absorption. Let salad rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. For vegetarian version, omit bacon and add toasted walnuts or smoked paprika. Bacon fat is used to make the vinaigrette flavorful.

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