Old Fashioned German Potato Salad
A smoky, tangy take on a German classic with crispy plant-based bacon, red potatoes, and tangy vinegar dressing. Perfect as a hearty mealside or satisfying main course with authentic flavor.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 40
- Total Time: 60
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Plant-Based Option
Ingredients
1.5 lbs red potatoes, cubed
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup plant-based bacon bits (halal/smoked)
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp dark apple cider vinegar (non-alcoholic)
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp yellow mustard
3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp caraway seeds
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and caraway seeds. Roast 25-30 minutes until tender and golden.
In a skillet, heat remaining oil. Cook plant-based bacon until crispy (8-10 mins). Add onions; sauté until caramelized (8-10 mins).
Mix vinegars, mustards, and 1 tbsp oil into a dressing. Combine with cooked onions/bacon and season.
Toss warm potatoes with dressing mixture just before serving. Sprinkle with parsley.
Notes
Use no-sugar-apple cider vinegar for tanginess without sweetness
Plant-based bacon alternatives should be 100% halal-certified
Store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Best served warm but enjoy cold as picnic fare
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/old-fashioned-german-potato-salad/