German Cuisine
Warm Potato, Green Bean and Smoked Trout Salad
A hearty yet remarkably fresh lunch salad that offers a modern twist on classic German ingredients. Tender slices of warm boiled potatoes act like a sponge, absorbing the tangy mustard dressing, while vibrant green beans provide a satisfying crunch. Rich, smoky trout flakes balance the dish perfectly.
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Recipe overview
- Total time
- 30 min
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cooking
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- German Cuisine
Nutrition
per serving
- Calories
- 340 kcal
- Protein
- 18 g
- Fat
- 16 g
- Carbs
- 28 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
Step by step
Method
- 01
Wash the potatoes and boil them in salted water in their skin…
Wash the potatoes and boil them in salted water in their skins for about 20 minutes until tender. Check with a knife—it should slide into the center smoothly.
- 02
In a separate pot, boil salted water and cook the green beans…
In a separate pot, boil salted water and cook the green beans for 4-5 minutes until they lose their rawness but remain crisp.
- 03
Drain the green beans and immediately plunge them into ice wa…
Drain the green beans and immediately plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking process and lock in their vibrant green color.
- 04
Peel the warm potatoes and cut them into large bite-sized chu…
Peel the warm potatoes and cut them into large bite-sized chunks so they hold their shape during mixing.
- 05
In a large salad bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, vine…
In a large salad bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until a thick emulsion forms.
- 06
Flake the smoked trout into bite-sized pieces with your hands…
Flake the smoked trout into bite-sized pieces with your hands, carefully removing any small bones. Slice the red onion into thin half-moons.
- 07
Add the warm potatoes, green beans, and onion to the dressing…
Add the warm potatoes, green beans, and onion to the dressing bowl and toss gently. Top with the trout flakes and serve immediately.
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Useful advice
Cooking tip
The secret lies in the temperature: the potatoes must be warm when tossed with the dressing to thoroughly absorb the flavors.
How to serve
Serve immediately after assembly while the potatoes are still warm, arranged beautifully on a flat platter.
How to store
Best enjoyed fresh. If necessary, store in an airtight container for up to 1 day and bring to room temperature before serving.
Note
Potatoes can be boiled in their skins ahead of time, then peeled, sliced, and slightly rewarmed before assembling.
