Best 6 German Sweet Potato Salad Recipes

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Are you searching for a delectable and wholesome salad recipe that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the tangy flavors of a vinaigrette dressing? If so, then look no further! This article will guide you through the culinary journey of creating a mouthwatering German sweet potato salad, a dish that offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, sure to delight your palate.

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THE BEST SWEET POTATO POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup chopped cornichons or relish
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon honey
2 ribs celery, diced
Zest and juice from 1 lemon
1/2 small red onion, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the cornichons or relish, mustard, honey, celery, lemon zest and juice and red onion. Season with salt and pepper and let sit while the potatoes cook.
  • Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Season the water generously with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander, put back in the saucepan, add the vinegar and, using a rubber spatula, toss gently to combine.
  • Add the mayonnaise, chives and parsley to the celery-onion mixture and stir to combine. Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and toss. Season to taste. Garnish with extra chives and parsley.

GERMAN SWEET POTATO SALAD



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There are two basic types of potato salad: mayonnaise-based and sugar-and-vinegar-based. I have always preferred the latter because of the sweet-and-sour element-plus it has bacon in it. This alluring sweet-and-sour salad replaces not-so-nice white potatoes with sweet potatoes (much nicer for you), and the texture of the salad has been bulked up with cauliflower.

Yield serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium sweet potatoes
1 1/2 cups cauliflower florets
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 packet (3.5 g) Truvia
1 bunch scallions (white and green parts), sliced thin on the diagonal
5 tablespoons real bacon bits, such as Hormel Real Bacon Bits
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork, and microwave them on high just until they are tender, about 7 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking. Let the sweet potatoes cool until they can be handled.
  • Meanwhile, place the cauliflower in a large microwave-safe dish. Cover it tightly and microwave on high until just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large dice.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar and Truvia. Add the sweet potatoes, cauliflower, scallions, bacon bits, and parsley; toss to coat. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
  • Fat: 27.4g (before), 2g (after)
  • Calories: 460 (before), 112 (after)
  • Protein: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 6mg
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sodium: 475mg

AUTHENTIC GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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This is my mother's recipe. Everyone, German or not, loves it. It is easy to double the recipe as well. I often bring it to potlucks, and we also have it at home on special occasions. There are usually no leftovers, but if there are, they don't last long!

Provided by Angela Louise Miller

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups diced peeled potatoes
4 slices bacon
1 small onion, diced
¼ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a pot, and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Drain, and set aside to cool.
  • Place the bacon in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry until browned and crisp, turning as needed. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add onion to the bacon grease, and cook over medium heat until browned. Add the vinegar, water, sugar, salt and pepper to the pan. Bring to a boil, then add the potatoes and parsley. Crumble in half of the bacon. Heat through, then transfer to a serving dish. Crumble the remaining bacon over the top, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 796 mg, Sugar 11 g

WARM GERMAN POTATO SALAD FOR TWO



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This wonderful, sweet-sour potato salad is flavored with onion and bacon, and sparked with pimiento and parsley. "We love this tangy, warm salad with sandwiches or burgers," says JoAnn McCauley of Dubuque, Iowa.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 bacon strips, diced
1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups refrigerated sliced potatoes
2 tablespoons diced pimientos

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. With a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. In the drippings, saute onion until tender. Stir in flour until blended. , Add the water, vinegar, sugar, parsley and salt. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook potatoes in a small amount of water until just tender, about 4 minutes; drain. Add the potatoes, pimientos and bacon to the sauce; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 565mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

TRADITIONAL GERMAN WARM POTATO SALAD



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Is there anything better than freshly made potato salad? With sausages or pork, it's a dream! This recipe is from Bavaria, Germany, and my family makes this potato salad every year for Christmas eve.

Provided by Marianne

Categories     Salad     Potato Salad Recipes     No Mayo

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ¼ pounds waxy potatoes
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup hot vegetable broth
5 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 30 to 40 minutes. Drain. Cool until easily handled, about 5 minutes. Peel while still warm. Cut into thin slices and put in a large bowl. Add onion.
  • Mix hot broth with vinegar, oil, salt, and sugar. Pour immediately over warm potatoes and onion; the potatoes need to still be warm so they can absorb the dressing better. Allow to stand for 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped chives and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.5 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 122.3 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

BAKED GERMAN POTATO SALAD



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What makes this German potato salad so different is that it's sweet instead of tangy. During the holidays, my family has an annual ham dinner, and I always prepare it. The first time I took it to work, people kept coming out of their offices to find out what smelled so good. By lunch, it was gone. Now I make a double batch to take to work! -Julie Myers, Lexington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 medium red potatoes (about 3 pounds)
8 bacon strips
2 medium onions, chopped
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2/3 cup water, divided
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup sweet pickle juice
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon celery seed
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook potatoes until just tender; drain. Peel and slice into an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish; set aside. , In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside. Saute onions in drippings until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, 1/2 cup water, vinegar, pickle juice, parsley, salt and celery seed. Simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine flour and remaining water until smooth; stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over potatoes. Add bacon; gently stir to coat. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked sweet potatoes. You can find these in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores.
  • If you are using raw sweet potatoes, be sure to scrub them well before cooking.
  • Sweet potato salad is a great make-ahead dish. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To add a bit of extra flavor, try adding some chopped bacon, crumbled blue cheese, or toasted walnuts to your salad.
  • If you are watching your weight, you can reduce the amount of mayonnaise in the dressing or substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise.

Conclusion:

German sweet potato salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes, and it is also a healthy and affordable option. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this classic German dish at home.

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