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Warm German Potato Salad

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This Warm German Potato Salad is a flavorful, mayo-free twist on classic potato salad. Tossed in a tangy mustard and vinegar dressing with red onion and fresh cucumber, it’s ready in just 15 minutes and perfect served warm or at room temperature.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds starchy potatoes
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Add potatoes to a large pot and fill with cold water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Cook for about 10 minutes, until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the red onion, mustard, white vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Peel the warm potatoes and cut into cubes.
  4. Toss the warm potato cubes with the dressing until well coated.
  5. Add the thinly sliced cucumber and toss gently. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • To Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • To Reheat: Let salad sit at room temperature for 20 minutes, or microwave for 1–2 minutes before serving.
  • Potatoes: Use a starchy variety like Yukon Gold or Russet for best results.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg