Pistachio-sauerkraut Salad, Low Carb Diabetic

Total Time: 15 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 14 ounces sauerkraut, rinsed
• 1 (1 ounce) package sugar-free instant pistachio pudding
• 1/2 teaspoon dried grated fresh lemon rind or 2 teaspoons fresh grated fresh lemon rind
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pistachios
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup dried currant
• 2 (1 g) packets splenda sugar substitute

Recipe

• 1 drain the sauerkraut and place in a large bowl.
• 2 fill the bowl with water and rinse pickling juices from the sauerkraut, then drain using a large strainer (or colander with small holes).
• 3 put the sauerkraut back into the bowl, refill it with cool water, and set it aside.
• 4 make the pudding according the package directions.
• 5 when it has begun to set, add the lemon rind.
• 6 (rind from lime could be a good addition, as well!) coarsely chop the pistachios and pecans- a food processor works well for this.
• 7 pour the sauerkraut into the strainer again and drain it well, pressing down on it with the back of a spoon or spatula.
• 8 in a large bowl mix the rinsed/drained sauerkraut with the pudding, nuts, currants, and splenda, and stir well.
• 9 pour into a serving container and chill in refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
• 10 enjoy!