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Published: July 02, 2013, Updated: June 12, 2025
My German sauerkraut salad is an easy, healthy 'pickle-style' side ... bright, crunchy, and perfect for summer buffets or picnics.
It’s one of those dishes that always gets compliments ... so simple, so gesund, and totally crowd-pleasing. I love tossing in whatever crunchy veggies I have on hand, and when I use my homemade sauerkraut, it feels extra special. Even my vegan friends come back for seconds!
This tangy German sauerkraut salad is one of my favorites. Like most salads, measurements aren’t exact ... adjust to your taste! Sauerkraut is one of those German foods known for boosting the immune system, and when eaten raw like in this salad, it’s a great addition to almost any diet.
Absolutely ... at least that’s what my Mutti always said! She called it tasty medicine, especially when things weren’t quite “moving.”
Since it’s fermented cabbage, sauerkraut is naturally full of helpful stuff created during the fermentation process. Plus, it’s a good source of fiber and nutrients like vitamin C and K.
Just a note: it can be salty (that’s part of how it’s made), so a little goes a long way if you're watching your salt.
Raw sauerkraut is best ... but store-bought versions are usually pasteurized, which kills off the good stuff. That’s why I make mine at home. It only takes about 45 minutes of work, and then a few weeks to ferment.
I use an E-Jen container so there are no smells in the kitchen. After about 4 weeks, I move it to the fridge and scoop from there. So easy!
I didn’t grow up eating sauerkraut raw. Mutti always cooked it, and I still love it that way. But this salad version won me over. It’s fresh, tasty, and full of nutrients from the fermentation process. And bonus ... it’s great if you’re watching your weight!
My German sauerkraut salad is an easy, healthy 'pickle-style' side ... bright, crunchy, and perfect for summer buffets or picnics.
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Standing Time:
2 - 3 hours
Total Time:
3+ hours
Servings:
makes 4 to 6 servings
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Recipe updated on June 12, 2025
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