German Sausage Salad

There are so many sausages available. Your local deli will offer several varieties already cooked.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
Carb Level: Low

  • 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon strong deli-style or German mustard
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • ½ teaspoon brown sugar or honey
  • ¾ pound knockwurst, cooked, cooled, and cut into ⅓-inch dice
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped deli dill pickles
  • 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
  • Snipped fresh dill, for garnish
  1. Mix the vinegar, mustard, oil, garlic salt, paprika, pepper, and brown sugar or honey in a small mixing bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  2. Combine the knockwurst, onions, pickles, and capers in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add half of the dressing mixture and toss to combine. If needed, add more dressing, 1 teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.

  3. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with fresh-snipped dill.

Per serving:

Carbohydrate: 3g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 41g

Cooking Tip

To soften brown sugar, place it in a microwaveable dish and add a slice of fresh bread. Cover tightly and microwave on high for 30 seconds. Discard the bread when done.

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