Real German Potato Salad From Brigitte Sealin

Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
A creamy, sweet-and-sour potato salad with apples, onions, and hard-boiled eggs
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This classic German-style potato salad is a vibrant, family-friendly dish that balances sweet and tangy flavors. Unlike vinegar-heavy European versions, this recipe uses a creamy base of Miracle Whip and sweet pickle relish, creating a rich and comforting texture. The addition of crisp diced apples and sharp onions provides a refreshing crunch, while hard-boiled eggs add protein and substance. It’s perfect for summer picnics, backyard barbecues, or as a hearty side dish for holiday meals. The flavors meld beautifully when chilled, making it an excellent make-ahead option for busy cooks.

Real German Potato Salad From Brigitte Sealin

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 154.0

Description

This classic German-style potato salad is a vibrant, family-friendly dish that balances sweet and tangy flavors. Unlike vinegar-heavy European versions, this recipe uses a creamy base of Miracle Whip and sweet pickle relish, creating a rich and comforting texture. The addition of crisp diced apples and sharp onions provides a refreshing crunch, while hard-boiled eggs add protein and substance. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for summer picnics, backyard barbecues, or as a hearty side dish for holiday meals. The flavors meld beautifully when chilled, making it an excellent make-ahead option for busy cooks.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Peel and thinly slice the boiled potatoes.
  2. Peel and dice the apple.
  3. Dice the onion.
  4. Hard boil the eggs, then peel and dice them.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced potatoes, diced apple, diced onion, and diced hard-boiled eggs.
  6. Add the Miracle Whip, sweet pickle relish, and spicy mustard to the bowl.
  7. Pour in the pickle juice (or the sugar and vinegar mixture if substituting).
  8. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
  9. Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly coated.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 154.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 12.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 34.0g12%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g18%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 4.0g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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