Best 6 German Potato Salad Ww Recipes

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**German Potato Salad: A Savory Side Dish with a Twist**

German potato salad is a classic dish that combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful and satisfying side dish. This versatile salad can be served warm or cold, making it perfect for any occasion. The main ingredients include boiled potatoes, bacon, onion, and a tangy vinegar-based dressing. Some variations may also include hard-boiled eggs, celery, or pickles, adding extra texture and flavor. This article presents two delicious recipes for German potato salad: a classic version and a Weight Watchers-friendly version. Both recipes offer a unique twist on the traditional dish, ensuring that you'll find the perfect potato salad to complement your meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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My German Potato Salad is made with vinegar, bacon, and onion and can be served warm or cold. A perfect hearty side dish for any occasion, from holiday dinners to BBQs!

Provided by Julia Foerster

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds waxy potatoes
6-8 slices bacon (finely diced)
½ cup finely chopped onion
¾ cup beef stock
6 Tbsp white vinegar
1 tsp mustard (Dijon or mild German mustard)
2 Tbsp vegetable oil (sunflower or avocado oil work best)
1 tsp sugar
½ tsp salt (or more to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper (freshly ground )
2 Tbsp chopped parsley (or chives)

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes in a large pot covered with an inch of water over high heat until tender, about 20 minutes depending on the size of the potatoes.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Take out the bacon and set it aside, leave the rendered fat in the pan. Add the onion to the pan and saute until translucent but not browned, about 3-4 mins (Image 1). Add beef broth and bring to a simmer. Turn down the heat and add vinegar, mustard, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper (Image 2).
  • Let the potatoes cool slightly so you can handle them. Peel the potatoes. Cut the potatoes into 1/4-inch slices or cubes and put them in a large bowl. (Image 3)
  • Pour the hot dressing over the potatoes. Mix the salad gently then fold in the bacon pieces (Image 4). Let the salad sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes before serving so that the potatoes can absorb the flavor of the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 437 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AUTHENTIC GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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This is my mother's recipe. Everyone, German or not, loves it. It is easy to double the recipe as well. I often bring it to potlucks, and we also have it at home on special occasions. There are usually no leftovers, but if there are, they don't last long!

Provided by Angela Louise Miller

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups diced peeled potatoes
4 slices bacon
1 small onion, diced
¼ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • Place the bacon in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry until browned and crisp, turning as needed. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add onion to the bacon grease, and cook over medium heat until browned. Add the vinegar, water, sugar, salt and pepper to the pan. Bring to a boil, then add the potatoes and parsley. Crumble in half of the bacon. Heat through, then transfer to a serving dish. Crumble the remaining bacon over the top, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 796 mg, Sugar 11 g

WW GERMAN-STYLE POTATO SALAD



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From the WW site.It says it's 2 points."Potato salad can mean so much more than just relish and mayonnaise. This German classic is bursting with flavor thanks to Canadian bacon, dry mustard, cider vinegar and egg."

Provided by Queenkungfu

Categories     Potato

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs uncooked red potatoes, unpeeled (about 14 small potatoes)
3 1/2 ounces Canadian bacon (1/4 lb)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 teaspoons arrowroot
1 tablespoon Splenda sugar substitute
1 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2/3 cup water
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 egg, hard-boiled
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add enough water to cover potatoes.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and allow to cool. Cut potatoes into 1/4-inch-thick slices; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until slightly brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet; set aside.
  • Add oil to pan and cook over medium heat until sizzling.
  • Add onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in arrowroot, Splenda, salt, celery seed, dry mustard and pepper; cook about 1 minute. Add water and vinegar; stir and cook until thick and bubbly, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in potatoes and bacon; toss to mix.
  • Cook, stirring gently, until mixture is heated through, about 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with egg and parsley.
  • Yields about 1/2 cup per serving.

GERMAN POTATO SALAD (WW)



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From a Weight Watcher's cookbook. 3 points per 1.5 cup serving. Have not tried this yet. Cooking time does not include time needed to cool potatoes.

Provided by AB_Fan

Categories     Low Protein

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 medium potatoes, cooked and diced
1 onion, finely chopped
1 celery, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 slices bacon, crisp-cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup apple juice
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine potatoes, onion, celery, bell pepper, and bacon; set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, whisk the apple juice, vinegar, and flour; bring to a boil, whisking constantly. Boil, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 4 minutes; stir in the salt and pepper. Drizzle over the vegetables, toss to coit, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.7, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 456.1, Carbohydrate 46.4, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 6.8, Protein 7

GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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Toss Yukon gold potatoes with Dijon mustard, vinegar, thick-cut bacon, chives and seasoning for this classic German Potato Salad recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Mary Nolan

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
1/2 pound thick-cut bacon
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons minced chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a medium-size pot and cover them with enough water to extend 2 inches above the surface of the potatoes. Salt the water and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Continue cooking until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and slice into 1/4-inch rounds.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once crisp, place on a paper towel-lined plate and crumble into small pieces. Pour off the rendered fat, reserving 1/4 cup in the pan. Turn the heat to medium and add the onion. Cook until translucent and just beginning to brown, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in the vinegar, sugar, mustard, and salt and stir until thick and bubbly. Add the sliced, cooked potatoes and toss to coat. Top with the crumbled bacon and garnish with the chives. Serve warm.

GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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I'd always loved my grandmother's German potato salad. So when I married a potato farmer-and had spuds in abundance-I played with several recipes that sounded similar and came up with this salad that reminds me of hers. - Sue Hartman, Parma, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 bacon strips
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/3 cups water
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
6 cups sliced cooked peeled potatoes

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, fry bacon until crisp; remove and set aside. Drain all but 2-3 tablespoons of drippings; cook onion until tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Add water and vinegar; cook and stir for 1 minute or until slightly thickened. , Stir in sugar until dissolved. Crumble bacon; gently stir in bacon and potatoes. Heat through, stirring lightly to coat potatoes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 399mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes: These waxy varieties hold their shape well when boiled, making them ideal for potato salad.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water: This helps to flavor the potatoes and prevents them from becoming bland.
  • Drain the potatoes thoroughly: This will help to prevent the potato salad from becoming watery.
  • Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces: This will make them easier to eat.
  • Dress the potato salad with a flavorful vinaigrette: This will help to brighten the flavors of the potatoes and other ingredients.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: Some popular options include bacon, hard-boiled eggs, celery, and onions.

Conclusion:

German potato salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. It's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. This recipe is also Weight Watchers friendly, coming in at just 5 points per serving. So you can enjoy this classic German dish without guilt!

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