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Old Fashioned Saurecraut Salad

Tangy Old Fashioned Sauerkraut Salad for Heartfelt Gatherings

This Old Fashioned Sauerkraut Salad combines zesty flavors and crunchy textures, making it a delightful and nostalgic side dish perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Eastern European
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Sauerkraut The star of the dish
  • 1 medium Red Onion Chopped; can substitute with yellow or white onion
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped; adds sweetness and color
  • 1 medium Carrots Grated for sweetness and crunch
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with another oil
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Adds brightness and complements the sauerkraut
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a subtle kick

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Salad Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine sauerkraut, chopped red onion, bell peppers, and grated carrots.
  2. Drizzle olive oil and apple cider vinegar over the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Toss all ingredients gently to ensure even coating.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  5. Before serving, give the salad a quick toss to redistribute ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavors, prepare this salad a day ahead of your gathering. It tastes even better as the ingredients meld together.

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