Erdäpfelsalat (Austrian Potato Salad)
This traditional Austrian potato salad is made with tender potatoes, red onion, and a tangy vinegar-based dressing. Unlike many potato salads, it contains no mayonnaise, making it naturally vegan and dairy-free. It's a perfect side dish for a variety of meals.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr 15 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 221 kcal
Allergen information: may contain mustard and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1,000 gpotato, peeled and cut into 2cm cubes
- 1 pcsred onion, thinly sliced
- 240 mlvegetable broth, warm
- 60 mlapple cider vinegar
- 1 tbspdijon mustard
- 1 tspsugar
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh chives, finely chopped(optional)
Equipment
large bowl · large pot · colander · whisk
The method
Step by step
- 1
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch.
About 1 min
- 2
Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
About 20 min
Cook’s note: Avoid overcooking to prevent mushy potatoes.
- 3
Drain the potatoes thoroughly and let them cool slightly in the colander for a few minutes.
About 5 min
- 4
While the potatoes are cooling, prepare the dressing by whisking together the warm vegetable broth, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Using warm broth helps the potatoes absorb the dressing better.
- 5
Add the slightly cooled potatoes and the red onion to the bowl with the dressing.
About 1 min
- 6
Gently toss to combine, ensuring all the potatoes are coated.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to mash the potatoes.
- 7
Cover the bowl and let the potato salad rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
About 30 min
Cook’s note: The salad tastes even better after an hour or two.
- 8
Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 9
Garnish with fresh chives, if using, and serve.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 220.6kcal
- Protein
- 6g
- Carbs
- 47.5g
- Fat
- 0.6g
- Fibre
- 6.4g
- Sugar
- 4.7g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover Erdäpfelsalat in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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