For best flavor, use high-quality, thick-cut bacon. Yukon Gold potatoes are recommended for their creamy texture and slightly sweet flavor, but other waxy potatoes like red potatoes will also work well. If you prefer a less tangy salad, reduce the amount of apple cider vinegar slightly. This potato salad is delicious served warm, at room temperature, or even chilled. Feel free to add other vegetables like chopped bell peppers or pickles for extra flavor and texture.
Oktoberfest Potato Salad
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS85
Embrace the spirit of Bavaria any time of year with this vibrant and flavorful potato salad. Tangy, smoky, and subtly sweet, it's a delightful side dish that's both comforting and exciting.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate47 g
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Cholesterol7 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein7 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium170 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare Potatoes: Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well and allow to cool slightly.
02
StepMake Mustard Paste: While potatoes cook, in a small bowl, combine the dry mustard powder with 1 teaspoon of water. Stir to form a paste and let stand for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to develop. (10 minutes)
03
StepCook Bacon: In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain. Reserve the bacon drippings in the skillet. Once cool enough to handle, crumble the bacon.
04
StepSauté Onion and Make Dressing: Add the chopped onion to the reserved bacon drippings in the skillet. Cook over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the mustard paste, sugar, 1/4 cup water, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. (7 minutes)
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StepAssemble the Salad: If desired, peel the cooled potatoes (optional). Slice half of the potatoes and arrange them in a large bowl. Sprinkle with half of the crumbled bacon, half of the diced celery, and half of the chopped parsley. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle with about half of the warm vinegar dressing. Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, bacon, celery, parsley, salt, pepper, and dressing.
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StepRest: Cover the potato salad and let it stand at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the potatoes to absorb the dressing. (30 minutes)
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Michele Cremin
May 13, 2025This potato salad is amazing! The vinegar dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Holden Gottlieb
Nov 28, 2024I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible.
Lora Bogisich
Nov 15, 2024I added a hard-boiled egg and it was a great addition!
Brice Batz
Oct 24, 2024I made this for our Oktoberfest party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Thora Stehr
Sep 9, 2024This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again.