Colony Inn Sauerkraut Salad

Crisp, tangy, and vibrantly colorful, Colony Inn Sauerkraut Salad is a refreshing twist on traditional coleslaw perfect for picnics, potlucks, or any gathering. Featuring a medley of sauerkraut, crunchy bell peppers, sweet shredded carrot, and zesty red onion, this salad bursts with contrasting textures and flavors. A homemade dressing made with white vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, and the subtle spice of celery seed ties everything together, creating a delightful balance of sweet and tangy. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe marinates in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully overnight. Serve this unique sauerkraut salad chilled as a flavorful side dish or as a tangy topping for sandwiches. Perfect for lovers of fermented flavors and those seeking something unexpected, this dish is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Sauerkraut
• 1 Green bell pepper
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Red onion
• 0.75 cups Sugar
• 0.5 cups White vinegar
• 0.5 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Celery seed
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain the sauerkraut thoroughly, pressing out excess liquid if needed, and place it in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Dice the green bell pepper and red bell pepper into small pieces. Grate the large carrot. Thinly slice the red onion into strips. Add all the vegetables to the bowl with the sauerkraut.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, white vinegar, vegetable oil, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 4

Pour the dressing mixture over the sauerkraut and vegetables. Toss everything together thoroughly to evenly coat the ingredients with the dressing.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to an airtight container. Place in the refrigerator and allow the salad to marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best flavor.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a good stir to redistribute the dressing. Serve chilled as a side dish or a topping for sandwiches and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1325.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1856.7

Total Fat 117.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.3g
Cholesterol 18.1mg	0%
Sodium 4235.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 174.0g
Protein 9.1g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 252.7mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1810.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 42.6%