Description
This traditional Swabian-style German potato salad is tangy, savory, and served warm. Made without mayonnaise, it features tender potatoes soaked in a flavorful broth with vinegar, mustard, and onions. It’s the perfect side dish for sausages, schnitzel, or grilled meats.
Ingredients
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2 pounds waxy potatoes (like Yukon Gold)
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
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1 cup low-sodium vegetable or beef broth
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1/4 cup white wine vinegar
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2 tablespoons neutral oil (like sunflower or canola)
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1 tablespoon Dijon or German mustard
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1 teaspoon sugar
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the potatoes: Place unpeeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 20–25 minutes. Drain and let them cool just enough to handle.
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Peel and slice: Peel the warm potatoes and slice them into thin rounds. Place in a large mixing bowl.
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Sauté the onion: In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
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Make the dressing: Add the broth, vinegar, mustard, and sugar to the pan with the onions. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
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Combine: Pour the warm dressing over the sliced potatoes. Gently stir to combine, being careful not to break the potatoes too much.
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Rest: Let the salad sit for 20–30 minutes so the potatoes can absorb the dressing.
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Finish and serve: Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil over the salad, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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For best results, use waxy potatoes. They hold their shape and absorb the dressing better.
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This salad tastes even better after sitting for a few hours.
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You can substitute the broth with hot water in a pinch, though broth adds more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg