Description
This Easy German Potato Salad is a classic and flavorful dish made with tender Yukon gold or new potatoes dressed in a tangy apple cider vinegar and vegetable oil dressing with a hint of onion and chives. It’s simple to prepare, perfect for gatherings or as a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds white (new) or Yukon gold potatoes
Salad Dressing and Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup white onion, finely diced (green onions can be used as substitute)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon minced chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Place whole, unpeeled potatoes in a large pot of boiling water and cook for 25 minutes or until they can be easily pierced with a fork or knife. Drain the potatoes and spread them out in a single layer on a flat surface to cool slightly.
- Peel and Slice Potatoes: Once cool enough to handle, gently peel the skins off the potatoes using a thin knife or potato peeler. Then, slice the potatoes into very thin discs and place them directly into a medium-sized bowl.
- Season the Potatoes: Add salt and pepper to the sliced potatoes and stir gently to coat them evenly. Next, add the finely diced onions and pour in the apple cider vinegar, stirring again to combine.
- Add Vegetable Oil and Adjust Seasoning: Pour in the vegetable oil and stir gently. Taste the salad and adjust the salt and pepper as needed to suit your preference.
- Garnish and Serve: If desired, sprinkle minced chives on top for a fresh garnish. Serve the potato salad warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Cook potatoes up to one day in advance and refrigerate until ready to use for convenience.
- Peel the potatoes just before preparing the salad to maintain texture and freshness.
- Using a thin knife to peel the potatoes helps to remove skin with minimal waste.
- Green onions can be substituted for white onions for a milder flavor.
- The salad can be served warm or chilled depending on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
