Sweet and Tangy Sauerkraut Salad
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Sweet and Tangy Sauerkraut Salad
Description
This salad uses a base of well-drained sauerkraut mixed with crisp diced onion, celery, and green bell pepper, adding crunch and freshness. The sugar and vinegar are heated together until the sugar dissolves, forming a warm, sweet-and-sour dressing that is poured over the vegetables. This dressing counters the sharp acidity of the sauerkraut and binds the salad components.
The salad is refrigerated after tossing to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to develop a slightly softened texture while retaining bite. The result is a balanced salad with tangy, sweet, and fresh notes, suitable as a side dish or accompaniment to hearty meals.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sauerkraut
- 1/2 cup onion diced
- 1/2 cup celery diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper diced
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 tablespoon vinegar
Instructions
- Drain the sauerkraut and place it in a bowl.
- Add the onion, celery, and green pepper.
- Heat the sugar and vinegar in a saucepan until the sugar dissolves.
- Pour the mixture over the sauerkraut, stir thoroughly.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 127kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 755mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 243mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 340IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 29.5mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5
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