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Old Fashioned Saurecraut Salad Recipe

Old Fashioned Sauerkraut Salad

A refreshing and tangy salad that's perfect as a side dish or a light meal. This sauerkraut salad combines crunchy vegetables with the tang of sauerkraut for a deliciously unique flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: German
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 32 oz jar of sauerkraut
  • 3 tablespoons good olive oil
  • 1 medium onion white or red, chopped fine
  • 1 medium carrot peeled and grated
  • 0.5 apple chopped
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • parsley or dill for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Drain juices from sauerkraut.
  2. Chop all vegetables.
  3. Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil to your sauerkraut.
  4. Mix all ingredients together.
  5. Serve cold.

Notes

This salad is versatile and can be adjusted to suit your taste. Add more apple for sweetness or more dill for an herbal note. It's a great make-ahead dish as the flavors develop over time.