German Potato Salad

Warm, tangy German Potato Salad that’s a perfect side dish for summer parties! This salad is full of tender potatoes and crispy diced bacon that’s tossed in a tangy dressing. Whip up a batch for your barbecues all summer long!

At our house, it’s never really summer until we have our first batch of potato salad – it’s one of our favorite side dishes! This version is a German potato salad which is served warm or at room temperature. Unlike American-style potato salad it doesn’t have any mayo. Instead this German potato salad recipe has a tangy mustard-based dressing and lots of bacon. In other words, so much deliciousness!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• You already know that everyone loves a classic potato salad, and this one kicks the flavor up a notch with a tangy mustard and vinegar dressing.
• German potato salad is served warm, so there’s no downtime while the ingredients cool.
• You can prepare this a day in advance, making prep a breeze the day you want to serve this salad.

How to Make German Potato Salad

Boil the potatoes, drain them and run them under cold water so they are cool enough to handle. Slice the potatoes into quarters and place them in a large bowl.

Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from pan and place on paper towel-lined plate.

Add onions to the bacon fat and cook until they are soft, about five minutes. Drain off the excess grease and add onions to the potatoes.

Chop the cooked bacon into pieces and add it to the potatoes.

In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt, and ground black pepper until combined.

Pour the dressing over the potatoes and gently stir to combine. Garnish with fresh chives. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Storage and Reheating

Fridge: The leftovers will keep for three to four days in the refrigerator. Just be sure to keep them in an airtight container.

Freezer: I do not recommend freezing this dish because the potatoes will most likely turn soggy.

If you have stored this salad in the fridge and want to reheat it, cover it with foil to retain moisture and bake it in the oven for 10-15 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

FAQs

If you want to try a new summer side dish everyone will love you have to try this twist on potato salad! It is a must-make for summer. It’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs and all of your other summer events – get ready to share your new favorite recipe for German potato salad!

How to Serve German Potato Salad

This unique potato salad goes with so many main dishes! We love it with bbq chicken marinade, pork chops, pulled pork, steak, hot dogs, brats, hamburgers… pretty much all your favorite summer dishes!

More Great Potato Salads

• Crispy bacon and creamy ranch dressing mixed in with potatoes is one of my all time favorite combinations. Our Bacon Ranch Potato Salad is a summer essential salad in our house.
• Think outside the box with this Southwestern Sweet Potato Salad. The roasted red pepper dressing is unlike anything else you’ve ever made. You’re going to love it!
• Fresh dill is the star of the show in Dill Potato Salad. Tangy and creamy, you will always want to make this version of potato salad for get togethers with friends and family.
• Have you ever considered making a potato salad in the Instant Pot? You’ve gotta try it! Eggs and potatoes are cooked together, how’s that for time saving!