Best 19 Sauerkraut Salad Recipes

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Sauerkraut salad is a delectable and tangy dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is made with fermented cabbage, which gives it a unique sour flavor. This versatile salad can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it is a popular choice for potlucks and picnics. With its crunchy texture and bold flavor, sauerkraut salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 19 tried and tested recipes!

SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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Great-Grandma Maida Dixon made this salad for family gatherings. I think of her every time I make. It's sooo good. It needs to be placed in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld. It really is worth the wait.

Provided by Joan Long Dixon

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 577.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Fat 37.2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 1057.3 mg, Sugar 55.2 g

SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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I got this tangy recipe from my sister-in-law in Michigan. It always gets raves at potlucks. It's easy to prepare and can be made a day or two before the get-together.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1 cup grated carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped onion
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix sauerkraut, carrots, celery, green pepper, onion and pimientos. In a jar or small bowl, combine sugar and oil. Pour over vegetables and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts :

POLISH SAUERKRAUT AND CARROT SALAD



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This is a tart and fresh salad, eaten in Poland during the winter months, when fresh vegetables used to be scarce and home cooks would mainly rely on fermented or tinned vegetables.

Provided by apfel

Categories     Salad

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups sauerkraut, drained
1 onion, chopped
1 apple - peeled, cored, and grated
2 carrots, grated
¼ cup canola oil
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon caraway seeds, or more to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place sauerkraut in a colander and squeeze out all excess liquid using your hands; chop well.
  • Combine sauerkraut, onion, apple, and carrots in a large bowl and mix. Add oil and sugar and toss to combine. Season with caraway seeds, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 989.9 mg, Sugar 18.3 g

COLD SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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We always shared our Fourth of July celebration with my aunt and uncle. Besides the hot dogs, hamburgers and Uncle Bob's steamed clams, my aunt always had something new for us to try-like this unusual salad. Like my aunt, you may have to coax others to try it at first...but you'll have a hard time keeping them from taking a second helping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, undrained
1 large green pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 jar (2 ounces) sliced pimiento, drained
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and chill overnight. Drain before serving. Serve as a side dish or use as a relish on hot dogs or sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts :

COLONY INN SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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This delicious salad is served at the Colony Inn Restaurant located in the Amana Colonies in Iowa. You can buy jars of their own wonderful sauerkraut in the Colonies and in groceries in the surrounding area. The rest of us have to make do with what we can find! They graciously share their recipe for the asking.

Provided by Nonna Grace

Categories     German

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 quart sauerkraut
1 cup diced celery
1/2 onion, chopped (medium)
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup salad oil (Wesson Oil)
1/4 cup red and green pepper, chopped (for taste and color)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients thoroughly.
  • Let stand overnight.

BRICK HAUS SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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Sauerkraut is one of my favorite ingredients to work with. It is so rich and tangy that this salad is irresistible.-Florence Schuerer, Amana, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
1 jar (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped celery
1 medium green or sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sugar and oil; mix well. Add all remaining ingredients. Chill several hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts :

HOT SWEET AND SOUR SAUERKRAUT AND CABBAGE SALAD



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A really tangy combination for those who can't get enough cabbage in all it's forms! From "Recipes from America's Restored Villages" cookbook

Provided by nvermd

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 head white cabbage, finely sliced
1/4 head red cabbage, finely sliced
2 cups sauerkraut
1 tablespoon mustard
2 cups salad dressing
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon celery seed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Simmer sauerkraut, mustard, salad dressing, sugar, celery seeds, salt and pepper about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Pour over white and red cabbage slices and mix.
  • Season with additional salt if necessary.
  • Serve hot.

SAUERKRAUT APPLE SALAD



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Guests say this salad is crisp, delicious, different and surprising! That's because of the unusual combination of ingredients, including sauerkraut, apple, onion and dill pickles. See if you agree. -Debbie Terenzini, Lusby, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 medium tart apple, peeled and chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3/4 cup chopped dill pickle
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dill weed
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BETTY'S SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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When it is time to diet, I always keep this salad in the refrigerator. 0 points on WW! The recipe came from Diet For a Happy Heart..a low cholesterol, low saturated fat, sugar free cookbook.

Provided by Linda B

Categories     Vegetable

Time 8h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups sauerkraut
1/2 cup grated carrot
1 1/2 cups minced celery
1 1/2 cups chopped green bell peppers
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup white vinegar
sugar substitute (to equal 1/2 cup sugar)
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse sauerkraut and let drain.
  • Mix sauerkraut with other ingredients and refrigerate overnight.

EASY SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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-Diane Hays, Morris, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 jar (2 ounces) chopped pimientos, drained
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Pour sugar over and mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BAVARIAN SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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I got this recipe from an old restaurant in Michigan- now closed for many years... It was a buffet style family restaurant called the Sweden House, It was spelled a little different,but I do not remember the spelling. A friend of mind worked there and gave me the recipe;it makes a big batch - great for parties and picnics as it...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 c granulated sugar,more or less to taste
1/4 c apple cider vinegar,more or less to taste
1/4 c water,optional
1/4 c vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
32 oz bag,sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
1 large green bell pepper, chopped fine
1 small onion, chopped fine
3 medium carrots, shredded
1 tsp celery seed or poppy seed
1 tsp caraway seed, optional
1/4 c pimiento,chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Combine sugar, vinegar,and salt and pepper in a small saucepan. Heat on medium and bring just to a boil. Remove from heat and stir until sugar has dissolved. Add water and oil, mix to combine. Set aside to cool while preparing vegetables.
  • 2. Prepare and combine all vegetable in a large bowl, pour cooled vinegar mixture over vegetables, stir to coat all the ingredients. cover and place in refrigerator overnight.

SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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I grew up in a very German community. This was something that sounded not "great" when I first was served it at a covered dish event. It is very good! Don't judge this dish by its name.

Provided by Sharon Whitley

Categories     Other Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large can/jar sauerkraut
1 c diced celery
1 c green bell pepper, diced
1/4 c pimento, chopped
3/4 c sugar
3 Tbsp cider vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp celery seed

Steps:

  • 1. Drain sauerkraut well. Bring sugar and vinegar to boil; add salt, pepper and celery seed. Pour over first 5 ingredients, mixed. Store in refrigerator 24 hours. Keeps a long while in the refrigerator.

SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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This is from Stephanie's collection of Mom's recipes. There are others on JAP but none exactly like this one. Mom and Dad lived in Cleveland Ohio for a while when many Polish people were immigrating to the U.S. and settling there. Mom got to know some of the ladies and they exchanged recipes. I don't know that she got this...

Provided by Marcia McCance

Categories     Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c sauerkraut (any kind)
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c celery, sliced thin
1/2 c green pepper, sliced thin
1/2 c shredded carrot
1/4 c chopped onion

Steps:

  • 1. Open the can or bag of sauerkraut, put it in a sieve and drain the juice, then run a knife through the cabbage to cut it a little smaller. (save the juice)
  • 2. Add the juice back to the now cut up kraut and stir in the sugar. Let it stand for 30 minutes.
  • 3. Add all the other ingredients mixing well.
  • 4. Cover the bowl tightly and let it stand on the counter top for 12 hours (over night).
  • 5. Serve as a delicious and out-of-the-ordinary side dish.

SAUERKRAUT SALAD WITH CARAWAY SEEDS



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This is an easy and tangy picnic salad.

Provided by mama_wolfe

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 13h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 cup white sugar
1 (20 ounce) can sauerkraut
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 ounces pimento

Steps:

  • In a saucepan combine the salt, vinegar, caraway seeds and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in the sauerkraut, onion, celery, pepper and pimento. Remove from heat and let marinate overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63.5 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 954.9 mg, Sugar 55.7 g

POLISH SAUERKRAUT AND CARROT SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups sauerkraut, drained
1 onion, chopped
1 apple, peeled, cored and grated
2 carrots, grated
1/4 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons sugar, salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon (or more to taste/optional) caraway seeds

Steps:

  • Place sauerkraut in a colander and squeeze out all excess liquid using your hands. Chop well.
  • Combine sauerkraut, onion, apple, and carrots in a large bowl and mix. Add oil and sugar and toss to combine. Season with caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
  • Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.
  • Note: You can also use olive oil instead of canola oil.

BRICK HAUS SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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from Kathy Nichols of The Villages, FL

Provided by ann wilson

Categories     Other Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 c sugar
1/2 c vegetable oil
1 jar(s) (32 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 c chopped celery
1 medium green or red pepper, chopped
1/2 c chopped onion

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine sugar and oil and mix well. Add all remaining ingredients. Chill several hours or overnight.

CRUNCHY SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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Debbie Jones' tangy crisp salad combines apple and dill with sauerkraut for a refreshingly different side dish. "It's delicious served with pork roast"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (27 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
1 unpeeled apple, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped dill pickle
1/2 cup canola oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

PISTACHIO-SAUERKRAUT SALAD, LOW CARB DIABETIC



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If you're eating lowcarb and are missing carrot-raisin salad, here's one for you! I know it sounds like a strange combination, but it's actually quite good! It's very much like carrot-raisin salad but with a zing. Give it a try!

Provided by Julesong

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

14 ounces sauerkraut, rinsed
1 (1 ounce) package sugar-free instant pistachio pudding
1/2 teaspoon dried grated fresh lemon rind or 2 teaspoons fresh grated fresh lemon rind
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pistachios
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/4 cup dried currant
2 (1 g) packets Splenda sugar substitute

Steps:

  • Drain the sauerkraut and place in a large bowl.
  • Fill the bowl with water and rinse pickling juices from the sauerkraut, then drain using a large strainer (or colander with small holes).
  • Put the sauerkraut back into the bowl, refill it with cool water, and set it aside.
  • Make the pudding according the package directions.
  • When it has begun to set, add the lemon rind.
  • (Rind from lime could be a good addition, as well!) Coarsely chop the pistachios and pecans- a food processor works well for this.
  • Pour the sauerkraut into the strainer again and drain it well, pressing down on it with the back of a spoon or spatula.
  • In a large bowl mix the rinsed/drained sauerkraut with the pudding, nuts, currants, and Splenda, and stir well.
  • Pour into a serving container and chill in refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
  • Enjoy!

SAUERKRAUT SALAD



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Well, I know this sounds weird, but Grandma loved sauerkraut and made this often. I aquired a taste for ias an adult.

Provided by Kathie Carr

Categories     Other Salads

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb canned or refrigerated sauerkraut
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/2 green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 carrot, shredded
1/4 c apple cider vinegar
1/2 c sugar
1/2 tsp each salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Drain liquid from sauerkraut and discard 1/2 of it. In a medium bowl combine remaining juice, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Mix until sugar is dissolved.
  • 2. Combine dressing with remaining ingredients. Refrigerate overnight to blend flavors. Serve cold.

Tips for Making Sauerkraut Salad:

  • Choose a high-quality sauerkraut: Look for sauerkraut that is naturally fermented and contains no added preservatives or sugars.
  • Rinse the sauerkraut before using: This will help to remove any excess saltiness and make the sauerkraut more palatable.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to your sauerkraut salad, such as shredded carrots, celery, or onions.
  • Add some sweetness: A little bit of sweetness can help to balance out the tartness of the sauerkraut. Try adding a spoonful of honey, maple syrup, or dried fruit.
  • Use a flavorful dressing: A simple vinaigrette or mayonnaise-based dressing can help to bring all the flavors of the salad together.
  • Serve the salad chilled: Sauerkraut salad is best served cold, so be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Sauerkraut salad is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. It is a good source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that can help to improve gut health. Sauerkraut salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and iron. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful salad to add to your next meal, sauerkraut salad is a great option.

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