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german potato salad garnished with chives in a bowl
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German Potato Salad

If you're looking for an authentic German potato salad recipe, then you've found it! This German potato salad is typical for the Swabian region in Germany. It uses a marinade made from vinegar, oil, and broth that makes this salad taste super refreshing and delicious!
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: German
Keyword: German potato salad, no mayo potato salad, vinegar potato salad, warm potato salad
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 245kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds potatoes
  • ½ yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup beef broth or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar more to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • chives (optional) for serving

Instructions

  • Place the potatoes in a pot. Then fill the pot with water and bring it to a boil. Cover the pot, reduce to a simmer, and let the potatoes cook for 20-25 minutes until they are tender. Once the potatoes are done, drain the water.
  • While the potatoes are still warm, peel and cut them into slices. Then place them in a bowl.
  • While you are peeling and slicing the potatoes, you should start to prepare the marinade. Add the diced onion and beef broth to a small pot. Then bring it to a boil and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes. Add the white wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Then simmer for 1 more minute.
  • Now pour the hot broth over the potatoes. Toss everything. Then let the potatoes soak up the liquid for about 10 minutes. While the potato salad sits, give it an occasional toss.
  • Now add the vegetable oil and toss until combined. Check if you want to add more vinegar, salt, or pepper.
  • Garnish (optional) and serve the German potato salad immediately (warm) or store it in your refrigerator to enjoy it later (cold).

Notes

  • It's really important to use the potatoes while they are still warm. So don't cool them down before cutting them into slices.
  • Don't be scared of adding salt to the broth. You want it to be too salty and acidic as the potatoes soak up the liquid and the flavor. Otherwise, the potato salad is going to taste kind of bland.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 182mg | Potassium: 1002mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 2mg