Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut is a traditional fermented cabbage dish, finely shredded and preserved through a process of lacto-fermentation. It typically consists of just cabbage and salt, originating in Germany and widely popular across Central and Eastern Europe.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Sauerkraut is low in calories, fat, and protein, but a good source of dietary fiber and vitamins C and K. A typical 1-cup serving provides around 27 calories and significant gut-friendly probiotics.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	27 kcal
Protein	1.3 g
Carbs	4.3 g
Fat	0.1 g
Fiber	2.9 g
Sugar	1.8 g
Sodium	939 mg
Vitamin C	20 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Sodium	939 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.13 mg
Manganese	0.2 mg

Per 1 cup (140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Its unique fermentation process not only preserves the cabbage but also creates beneficial probiotics, making it a historically important food for gut health and nutrition during long winters.