Low Sodium Sauerkraut

low salt sauerkraut recipe low sodium cabbage and caraway seeds

This low sodium sauerkraut recipe is a savory and flavorful side dish, a great no-salt-added recipe for cabbage. With just a few simple ingredients and 30 minutes, you can make this easy and tasty side.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 23

Total Time 28

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Bohemian, Czech

Servings servings

Calories 84 kcal

Equipment

large pot

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 sweet onion sliced
1 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional) plus more to taste
1.5 cup water
¾ cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
2 lb cabbage shredded
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 lemon juiced, about 1-2 tablespoons

Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over low heat. Add the sliced onion and lightly brown for 4 to 5 minutes.
Add in the caraway seeds (if using) and sauté for an additional minute.
Pour in the water, white vinegar, and sugar and stir well to combine. Add the shredded cabbage and black pepper to the pot, and stir well to combine. Cover and simmer cabbage for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the fresh lemon to the sauerkraut, and it give it a final stir. Taste, and adjust vinegar or sugar level as needing, adding more to taste. Serve hot, and garnish with extra caraway seeds. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 84kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 26mgPotassium: 256mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 113IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg

*Please note, all nutrition content is estimated based on the ingredients we used, it may vary based on your ingredients. Always check your nutrition labels to verify sodium amounts.

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