Warm potato salad

Discover the ultimate warm potato salad recipe with tender potatoes, caramelized red onions, crispy bacon, and a tangy rosemary and vinegar dressing. Perfect for any season, this hearty and flavorful side dish will elevate your meal with its delightful mix of textures and savory goodness.

  • 30 Jan 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Warm potato salad

Warm potato salad is a delicious and comforting twist on the classic potato salad. This recipe features tender potatoes tossed with caramelized red onions, crispy bacon, and fresh herbs, all dressed in a savory vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion, this warm potato salad will be a hit at your next gathering or as a hearty side dish for dinner.

Ingredients:

6 potatoes
1200g
2/3 cup olive oil
160g
2 red onions
320g
4 bacon strips
100g
1 tsp brown sugar
3g
1 tbsp rosemary
16g
1/3 cup vinegar
72g
1/3 cup chives
13g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Potatoes:
- Boil Potatoes: Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot. Cover with water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Dressing:
- Cook Bacon: In a large skillet, add the chopped bacon and cook over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel to drain.
- Sauté Onions: In the same skillet, add the thinly sliced red onions to the bacon fat. Sauté over medium heat until they become soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the brown sugar and chopped rosemary over the onions, stirring to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Mix Dressing: Pour in the vinegar and olive oil, stirring to combine thoroughly. Let the mixture heat through for another 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Combine Everything:
- Mix Potatoes and Bacon: In a large serving bowl, combine the drained potatoes, crispy bacon, and the warm onion dressing. Toss gently to coat all the potatoes with the dressing.
4. Finish and Serve:
- Add Fresh Chives: Sprinkle the finely chopped chives over the top of the salad.
- Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve Warm: Serve the salad warm, immediately after it's prepared for the best flavors.

Tips:

- Choose waxy potatoes like red bliss or Yukon gold for better texture and flavor in your salad.

- Cook the potatoes until they are just tender to prevent them from becoming mushy when mixed with other ingredients.

- For extra flavor, you can add a clove of minced garlic to the caramelized onions while they cook.

- Make sure to slowly caramelize the onions over low heat to achieve a rich, sweet flavor without burning them.

- Crisp up the bacon strips completely before mixing them in to enhance their crunchy texture in the salad.

- Allow the salad to sit for a few minutes after mixing to let the flavors meld together before serving.

- Feel free to add other herbs like parsley or dill to give the salad a fresh touch.

There you have it—a flavorful warm potato salad that's sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of tender potatoes, caramelized onions, and crispy bacon creates a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Enjoy this warm salad as a perfect side dish to any meal or as a satisfying standalone treat. Bon appétit!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size240 grams
Energy
Calories 200kcal10%
Protein
Protein 8g5%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 30g9%
Fiber 4.07g11%
Sugar 3.97g4%
Fat
Fat 24g29%
Saturated 4.32g14%
Cholesterol 12mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 4.97ug1%
Choline 33mg6%
Vitamin B1 0.21mg18%
Vitamin B2 0.09mg7%
Vitamin B3 2.96mg18%
Vitamin B6 0.56mg33%
Vitamin B9 33ug8%
Vitamin B12 0.14ug6%
Vitamin C 33mg37%
Vitamin E 0.08mg1%
Vitamin K 7ug6%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 30mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.20mg23%
Iron, Fe 1.48mg13%
Magnesium, Mg 44mg10%
Phosphorus, P 150mg12%
Potassium, K 790mg23%
Selenium, Se 7ug13%
Sodium, Na 220mg15%
Zinc, Zn 0.91mg8%
Water
Water 170g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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