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Swiss Wurstsalat

A traditional Swiss sausage salad combining sliced cervelat sausage, tangy Emmental cheese, and crisp cornichons in a light mustard vinaigrette.

20 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 8 oz cervelat sausage, sliced
  • 4 oz Emmental cheese, julienned
  • 1/2 cup cornichons, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp white wine vinegar, 2 tbsp sunflower oil, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper to make the dressing.

  2. 2

    Add 8 oz sliced cervelat sausage, 4 oz julienned Emmental cheese, 1/2 cup thinly sliced cornichons, and 1/2 thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Toss all ingredients gently until evenly coated with the dressing.

  4. 4

    Let the salad rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before garnishing with 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives and serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Swiss Wurstsalat?

As written, 20 minutes: 20 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (15 minutes): "Let the salad rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before garnishing with 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives and serving."

What can I use instead of Gruyere in Swiss Wurstsalat?

The entry for Swiss Wurstsalat calls for 4 oz Emmental cheese, julienned. In its place: Emmental, Jarlsberg or a good Swiss cheese melts the same way. Comte is the closest in flavor.

Can I make Swiss Wurstsalat dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Swiss Wurstsalat is 4 oz Emmental cheese, julienned. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Swiss Wurstsalat keto-friendly?

A serving of Swiss Wurstsalat carries 5 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 25 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 5 percent.

How do I store and reheat Swiss Wurstsalat?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made, so keep the dressing apart and toss Swiss Wurstsalat just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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