Cheesefurter and Sauerkraut Plate
The Cheesefurter and Sauerkraut Plate is a hearty, casual meal featuring a cheese-filled hot dog (or sausage) served alongside tangy, fermented sauerkraut. It's a classic comfort food often found in American diners, pubs, and at backyard cookouts, combining savory, smoky, and sour flavors.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in protein and fat from the sausage, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the bun and sauerkraut. It provides a good source of B vitamins and, depending on the sauerkraut, may offer probiotics and vitamin C, with a rough calorie range of 400-600 per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin K | 10 mcg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
Per 1 plate (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a simple, satisfying fusion of German-inspired ingredients (sausage and sauerkraut) into a popular American comfort food. Nutritionally, the fermented sauerkraut adds a unique probiotic element that can aid digestion, contrasting with the rich, processed meat.
