Name: German Potato Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces; 4 slices bacon; 2 tablespoons white sugar; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 0.33333334326744 cup water; 0.25 cup white wine vinegar; 0.5 cup chopped green onions; salt and ground black pepper to taste

German Potato Salad

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This recipe for German potato salad with green onions and a tangy bacon vinaigrette makes the perfect side dish for any meal as it can be served warm, at room temperature, or cold. My mother used to make this for us. You can vary the amount of vinegar and sugar to change the taste. Great for parties, picnics, and potlucks.

Recipe by April

Updated on April 2, 2023

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

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This satisfying German potato salad features buttery potatoes, crispy bacon, and a homemade bacon vinaigrette. What more could you ask for in a crowd-pleasing side dish?

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Nicole's Top German Potato Salad Tips

"Very few ingredients deliver a burst of flavor," culinary producer Nicole McLaughlin (a.k.a. NicoleMcMom) says about this simple German potato salad recipe. Here are a few of Nicole's top tips and tricks:

· Use gold potatoes, as they hold their shape throughout the cooking process (unlike starchy russets). Red potatoes will also work well.
· Drain the bacon on paper towels, but don't get rid of the fat in the pan! The drippings will serve as the meaty, rich, flavorful base for your vinaigrette.
· The white wine vinegar adds the irresistible tanginess you know and love. It also helps lift the brown bacon bits off the bottom of the pan — and that's where all the flavor is.
· For a fully German-inspired meal, try serving this potato salad with bratwurst (check out our collection of bratwurst recipes for tasty inspiration).

German Potato Salad Storage

Allow your leftovers to cool before storage to slow bacteria growth. Store the German potato salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

"This is a delicious side dish," raves Alex Dickel. "I get requests for it all the time. The vinegar and sugar create a great contrast to the salty bacon and crisp green onions. Definitely a favorite of mine."

"Just Like Grandma used to make," according to MEG1014. "I used more bacon cause I love that stuff!!! Easy to make and even good cold the next day!

"I loved this recipe," says Samantha S. "I have been going to a lot of BBQs this past year, and this potato salad has always been a hit. I don't normally have green onions on hand, so I have been substituting red onions instead. It tastes delicious!"

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

4 medium potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 slices bacon
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
⅓ cup water
¼ cup white wine vinegar
½ cup chopped green onions
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes; cook until fork-tender, 8 to 15 minutes. Drain.
While potatoes are cooking, cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crispy, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving drippings in the skillet. Chop or crumble bacon when cool enough to handle.
Add sugar and flour to drippings in the skillet, then pour in water and vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring any browned bits off the bottom with a wooden spoon, until dressing is thick, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn off heat.
Add potatoes, crumbled bacon, and green onions to the skillet; stir until coated. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips

You should use gold or red potatoes instead of russet potatoes. Russets are too soft and will break apart.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

328	Calories
13g	Fat
46g	Carbs
8g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 328
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	16%
Saturated Fat 4g	22%
Cholesterol 19mg	6%
Sodium 250mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate 46g	17%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 8g
Vitamin C 45mg	223%
Calcium 38mg	3%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 992mg	21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.