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Nutritional Values
450kcal
22gProtein
9gCarbs
38gFat
2gFibre
250 gServing
* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.
Munich Sausage Salad
How to order / say it
Say it
Münchner Wurstsalat — [myOOn-hner vur-st-zah-laht]
Order
I'd like the Munich sausage salad, please.
Locally
Ich hätte gerne den Münchner Wurstsalat, bitte.
Say locally
A salad made from thinly sliced sausage, onions, and pickles.
Why try it?
Münchner Wurstsalat is a refreshing escape from heavier Bavarian fare, showcasing the region's love for sausage in a lighter preparation. It's a popular choice in Munich's Biergartens.
How it tastes
Slices of tangy, savory sausage mingle with sharp onions and crunchy pickles, all balanced in a light vinaigrette dressing, offering a delightful mix of textures and flavors.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Introduced in the early 20th century, Wurstsalat became a favored pub and beergarden dish across southern Germany, due to its simplicity, affordability, and bold flavors.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 300 g sausage
- 🧄 100 g onion
- 🥕 60 g pickles
- 🥣 50 ml vinegar
- 🧂 20 g mustard
- 🫒 30 ml vegetable oil
Method
- 1 Slice sausage, onion, and pickles into thin pieces.
- 2 Mix vinegar, mustard, and oil to make a vinaigrette.
- 3 Combine sausage, onion, and pickles with dressing.
- 4 Chill before serving for flavors to meld.
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