This warm potato salad recipe brings together tender slices of potato, a light mustard dressing, and finely chopped onion for a simple side dish full of flavour. Chicken stock adds depth, while the vinegar and mayonnaise give the dressing just the right amount of tang. It is incredibly easy to make and especially delicious served slightly warm.
Whether you’re serving it at a family braai or celebrating Oktoberfest with sausages, this warm potato salad is a delicious side dish. It uses everyday ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. It is quick to prepare and makes a great side dish for grilled sausages, schnitzel, roast chicken, or pork.
Why You Will Love This Warm Potato Salad
- Simple to Make – Just boil, peel, slice, and gently mix the potatoes with the dressing.
- Full of Flavour – Mustard, vinegar, mayonnaise, onion, and chicken stock create a delicious balance of flavours.
- Perfect for Gatherings – A great side dish for family meals, braais, and Oktoberfest celebrations.
- Easy to Customise – Add fresh herbs, hard-boiled eggs, or crispy bacon to make it your own.
- Everyday Ingredients – No fancy ingredients are needed to make this flavourful potato salad.
This warm potato salad is a simple, versatile side dish that works just as well for a weeknight meal as it does for a gathering. For the best taste and texture, serve it slightly warm, soon after preparation.
Warm Potato Salad
Ingredients
- 800 g Potatoes 4 large potatoes, scrubbed
- ½ Chicken Stock Cube
- 45 ml Boiling Water 3 tbsp / 1.5 oz
- 25 g Mayonnaise 1 heaped tbsp / 0.9 oz
- 2.5 g Mustard ½ tsp / 0.08 oz
- 15 ml Grape Vinegar 1 tbsp / 0.5 oz
- 30 ml Olive Oil 2 tbsp / 1 oz
- 1 Medium Onion finely chopped (about 100 g / ¾ cup / 3.5 oz)
- ½ tsp Salt
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
- Aromat optional, to taste
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Boil over low heat for 20–30 minutes, until soft. Test with a fork, f it pierces easily, they’re ready.
- Drain the water and let the potatoes cool just enough to handle. While still warm, peel and slice them.
- Dissolve the chicken stock cube in boiling water and pour over the sliced potatoes in a bowl.
- Finely dice the onion using a sharp knife on a cutting board and add to the potatoes.
- Add mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar and olive oil.
- Gently toss the ingredients to coat the potatoes without breaking them too much.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and a touch of Aromat if desired.
- Transfer into a serving dish. Serve warm.
Tools for Making and Serving Potato Salad
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Description: Ideal for cooking the potatoes. |
Description: Handy for mixing the dressing and tossing the potato salad. |
Description: Perfect for storing leftover potato salad in the fridge. |
Description: A stylish bowl for serving your warm potato salad. |
Ideal for cooking the potatoes.
Handy for mixing the dressing and tossing the potato salad.
Perfect for storing leftover potato salad in the fridge.
A stylish bowl for serving your warm potato salad.
Variations of this Warm Patato Salad Recipe
There are several easy ways to customise this warm potato salad. Try adding crispy bacon bits, chopped fresh parsley, or sliced hard-boiled eggs for extra flavour and texture.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this warm potato salad alongside schnitzel, roast chicken, or pork chops.
For an Oktoberfest-inspired meal, pair it with grilled bratwurst or other sausages and a cold beer.
Storage
This potato salad is best enjoyed warm, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
To reheat, microwave gently until just warm. Avoid overheating, as this can affect the texture of the potatoes and dressing.
Frequently Asked Questions about this Warm Potato Salad
Yes! Apple cider or white wine vinegar both work well.
Yes. Simply swap the chicken stock for vegetable stock.
Yes, you can serve it cold, but it is best enjoyed slightly warm when the flavours and texture are at their best.
Let the cooked potatoes cool slightly before slicing, and mix them gently with the dressing to help prevent them from breaking apart.
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Recipe Credit for this Warm Potato Salad
My dad taught me how to make this one, he’s a great cook, and it’s been a favourite ever since.
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