Description
Old Fashion Sauerkraut Salad is a tangy, refreshing dish featuring zesty sauerkraut combined with fresh vegetables and a hint of sweetness from apple and sugar. This simple and healthy salad is perfect served cold as a side dish or light appetizer, offering a crunchy and flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 32 oz jar of sauerkraut, drained
- 3 tablespoons good quality olive oil
- 1 medium onion (white or red), finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
- ½ apple, chopped
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Drain Sauerkraut: Begin by draining the juices from the 32 oz jar of sauerkraut completely to prevent the salad from being too watery.
- Prepare Vegetables: Finely chop the onion and chop the apple into small pieces. Peel and grate the carrot to ensure all vegetables are prepped and ready.
- Combine Dressing: Add 3 tablespoons of good quality olive oil and 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar into the drained sauerkraut. Stir well to mix the olive oil and sugar evenly with the sauerkraut.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the chopped onion, grated carrot, and chopped apple to the sauerkraut mixture. Season with salt and pepper according to taste, then gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.
- Serve: Garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley or dill for an herbal touch. Serve the Old Fashion Sauerkraut Salad cold for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the sauerkraut thoroughly to avoid soggy salad.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on your preferred level of sweetness.
- You can substitute parsley with dill or vice versa depending on your taste preference.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 2 days, allowing flavors to meld even more.
- Use fresh, crisp vegetables to maintain crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: German
Keywords: sauerkraut salad, old fashioned salad, German salad, fermented cabbage salad, easy no cook salad, healthy side dish
