How to Make Sauerkraut Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sauerkraut is a classic ingredient in German cuisine, often enjoyed as a side dish or topping for bratwurst and other sausages. But sauerkraut can also shine as the star of the show in a delightful sauerkraut salad. This tangy and crunchy salad is perfect for a summer barbecue, a potluck, or just a light and refreshing lunch.

Sauerkraut is made by fermenting shredded cabbage with salt, which gives it a unique sour flavor and a slightly crunchy texture. This fermentation process also m...

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Ingredients

  • 1 quart sauerkraut, drained
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 large carrots, chopped
  • 1 (4 ounce) jar diced pimento peppers, drained
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seed
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup cider vinegar

Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 cups

  • In a large bowl, mix together sauerkraut, onion, celery, green bell pepper, carrot, pimientos, and mustard seed. Set aside this mixture.
  • In a small saucepan, mix together sugar, oil, and vinegar. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
  • Pour sugar mixture over salad, cover, and leave it in the refregerator for 2 days before serving.
  • Nutrition

    577 cal.

    • Total Fat: 37g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Sodium: 1057mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 62g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 55g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 69mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 450mg