Best 7 Grandmas German Potato Salad Recipes

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**Grandma's German Potato Salad: A Classic Dish with a Modern Twist**

Indulge in the timeless flavors of Grandma's German Potato Salad, a cherished dish passed down through generations, now presented with a contemporary twist. With tender potatoes tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing, this salad showcases the perfect balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a traditionalist or seeking a modern take on a classic, this recipe collection offers variations that cater to every palate. From the classic vinegar-based dressing to a creamy mayonnaise-based version, and even a vegan-friendly option, you'll find the perfect recipe to suit your preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the legacy of German cuisine while embracing the culinary innovations of today's kitchens.

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

GRANDMA'S GERMAN POTATO SALAD RECIPE



Grandma's German Potato Salad Recipe image

If it's a grandma's specialty you're looking for, this German potato salad is a classic to have on the table. Before you know it, the platter's wiped clean.

Provided by Recipes.net Team

Categories     Salad

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 cups cooked potatoes
1 onion
6 slices bacon
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tbsp water
3 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Fry the bacon in a deep skillet until brown and crispy on both sides. Remove them from the pan and set them aside.
  • Next, add the onions to the bacon grease and cook them until they are browned.
  • Add the water, salt, pepper, vinegar, and sugar to the pan and bring to a boil.
  • Now you can add the potatoes and the parsley.
  • Crumble half of the bacon in the pan and continue heating for about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving dish of your choice and crumble the remaining bacon on the top before serving hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.00kcal, Carbohydrate 29.00g, Cholesterol 1.00mg, Fat 1.00g, Fiber 3.00g, Protein 3.00g, SaturatedFat 1.00g, ServingSize 8.00 people, Sodium 323.00mg, Sugar 6.00g, UnsaturatedFat 1.00g

GERMAN POTATO SALAD



German Potato Salad image

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

GRANDMA'S GERMAN POTATO SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



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Provided by kelsa94

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups potatoes
1 onion, chopped
5 slices bacon
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Begin by preparing your vegetables. Peel the potatoes and dice them. Next, dice the onion and chop the parsley. Put the potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover them completely. Cook for about 10 minutes or until tender. Drain them and set them aside to cool down. Next you want to fry the bacon in a deep skilled. Allow to cook until brown and crispy on both sides and remove them from the pan. Set them aside with the potatoes. Next, you want to add the onions to the bacon grease and cook them until they are browned. Add the water, salt, pepper, vinegar, and sugar to the pan and bring to a boil. Now you can add the potatoes and the parsley. Crumble half of the bacon in the pan and continue heating for about 5 minutes. Take your salad and put it in a serving dish. Crumble the remaining bacon over the top and serve hot.

MAMA'S WARM GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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My grandmother, Mama, made this potato salad for every family gathering at her home. The relatives would arrive with their specialties in hand. She never wrote the recipe down, so I had to re-create it from memory. Years later, it's just about right. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds small red potatoes
1/3 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 English cucumber, very thinly sliced
2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 18-21 minutes. Drain; cool slightly. Peel and thinly slice. Whisk oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Add potatoes; toss to coat. Add remaining ingredients; toss to combine. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRANDMA FLO'S GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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A wonderful German dish, that has been passed down from my grandmother to my mother and now to me. The trick to this recipe is not to stir the bacon & cream mixture, let it reduce in size and foam. This will cut the grease from the bacon into the cream and it will not separate later on.

Provided by Tom Lambie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 large bowl, 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 lbs red potatoes
1 large onion, diced
1 cup vinegar
1 1/2 cups sugar
salt and pepper
3 lbs diced bacon, raw
1 pint half-and-half

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes until tender but not mushy.
  • Peel and dice into a large bowl.
  • Add the onion, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper.
  • Mix together and set aside for one hour.
  • Brown the bacon until crisp, pour off half the grease.
  • Add the half & half, DO NOT STIR THIS, LET IF BOIL UNTIL ALL FOAMY.
  • When the bacon and half & half is all foamy pour over potato mixture and stir.
  • Serve this at room temperature or just a slight bit warm.
  • DO NOT HEAT TO THE BOILING POINT, YOU WILL BOIL THE VINEGAR OUT OF THE RECIPE.

EASY GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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This tangy potato salad stirs memories of my grandma, who made it for us. Now my mom makes it with brats and sauerkraut, truly the best meal! -Devin Mulertt, Cedarburg, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 pounds potatoes (about 12 medium), peeled
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 small onion, chopped
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a stock pot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain potatoes; cool slightly., Cut potatoes into slices. Place in a large bowl. Stir in bacon, onion and green onions., In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended; pour over salad and toss gently to coat. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use waxy potatoes: Waxy potatoes, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss, hold their shape better when boiled, making them ideal for potato salad.
  • Boil potatoes until tender but firm: Overcooked potatoes will become mushy when mixed with the dressing.
  • Cool potatoes completely before dressing: This will help the potatoes absorb the flavors of the dressing more evenly.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the potato salad: Over-mixing will break up the potatoes and make the salad mushy.
  • Season the potato salad to taste: Add more salt, pepper, or vinegar to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as celery seed, dill, or mustard.
  • Serve the potato salad immediately or chill it for later: Potato salad can be served warm or cold. If you are chilling it, let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Grandma's German Potato Salad is a classic side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect potato salad every time.

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