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Tangy Old-Fashioned Sauerkraut Salad for Nostalgic Flavor

Enjoy the nostalgic flavor of this Tangy Old-Fashioned Sauerkraut Salad, a refreshing side dish perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Eastern European
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup sauerkraut store-bought or homemade
  • 1 medium red onion finely chopped
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrots shredded

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare your sauerkraut by draining canned sauerkraut or shredding homemade sauerkraut finely.
  2. Finely chop the red onion into small, even pieces and add to the mixing bowl.
  3. Combine the sauerkraut and chopped red onion in the bowl, mixing well.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Serve chilled as a side dish or topping for sandwiches.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the salad to chill overnight. Substitute red onion with shallots or green onions for a milder taste.

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