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🥔 Light, refreshing, and ridiculously easy to make! 🥗

I don’t know about you, but a good potato salad always reminds me of home. This recipe? Straight from my grandma’s kitchen! It’s the perfect mix of tangy and sweet, super simple to whip up, and goes with almost anything—meatloaf, schnitzel, roasted meats, or even a grilled fish fillet.

If you’re looking for a no-mayo, light, and flavorful potato salad that gets better the longer it sits, this one’s a keeper. Let’s get started!

A bowl of homemade potato salad, topped with fresh parsley, served on a rustic wooden table.

🏆 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Old-school deliciousness – Classic flavors, just like grandma used to make.

✔ Budget-friendly – Simple ingredients, big flavors!

✔ Perfect for meal prep – Actually tastes better the next day.

✔ Pairs with everything – Meat, fish, or just on its own!

🥔 Ingredients

1 kg (2.2 lbs) potatoes (boiled whole, skin-on)
1 medium red onion (for a little color & bite)
1 medium white onion (adds sweetness)
1 liter (4 cups) water
2 tablespoons vinegar (20%) (trust me, this is the magic ingredient!)
4 tablespoons sugar (balances the tang)
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
(Optional) 1 coffee spoon salt (for the dressing, if you like it slightly savory)
1 tablespoon salt (for boiling potatoes)

🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Boil the Potatoes

Toss whole potatoes into a pot of salted water.
Cook until fork-tender (but not mushy!).
Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Peel them once they’re cool enough to handle—the skins slide right off!

2️⃣ Make the Dressing

In a bowl, mix water, vinegar, sugar, and black pepper.
Taste it—too sweet? Add a little more vinegar. Too tangy? Sprinkle in more sugar.
If you like a tiny savory edge, stir in a coffee spoon of salt.

3️⃣ Slice the Onions

Grab a sharp knife and cut the red and white onions into thin rings.

4️⃣ Assemble the Salad

Slice the cooled potatoes into rounds.
Layer potatoes and onions alternately in a serving dish.
Pour the dressing evenly over the entire salad.

5️⃣ The Secret Step: Chill!

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours—or even better, overnight.
The longer it sits, the more the flavors blend into pure potato salad magic!

🍽️ What to Serve It With

This salad goes with practically everything, but here are some absolute winners:

✅ Meatloaf – A total comfort food classic.

✅ Schnitzel – Crunchy meets tangy? Yes, please!

✅ Roasted meats – Perfect contrast to rich, hearty flavors.

✅ Grilled fish – Refreshing and light, a match made in heaven.

🔎 Pro Tips & Variations

🔹 Want an extra zing? Use apple cider vinegar instead of regular vinegar for a fruity kick.

🔹 Like it crunchy? Toss in some thinly sliced cucumbers or radishes.

🔹 Need a fresh pop of color? Sprinkle some chopped parsley or chives on top.

🔹 No white onion? Swap it for a milder shallot or extra red onion.

❓ Poll: How Do You Like Your Potato Salad?

🥔 Tangy & sweet – The classic way!

🥄 Creamy with mayo – Can’t go without it.

🌿 With extra herbs – More freshness, please!

🔥 Spicy kick – A little chili never hurt anyone!

(Vote in the comments below!)

🔥 Final Thoughts

Potato salad doesn’t have to be boring—this sweet & tangy version is fresh, flavorful, and ridiculously easy to make. Make it today, chill it overnight, and thank me tomorrow! 😉

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