Farmersalat
Bring a taste of countryside charm to your table with Farmersalat, a hearty yet refreshing German-inspired salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with bite-sized cubes of savory cooked ham, creamy Emmental cheese, and tangy pickles, it’s beautifully balanced by the crisp crunch of red bell pepper and the mild zing of green onion. A luscious dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, and a splash of white wine vinegar ties everything together with a hint of sweetness and spice. Finished with freshly chopped parsley for added brightness, this 20-minute, no-cook recipe makes an ideal chilled dish for picnics, potlucks, or a satisfying light lunch. Serve this flavorful, protein-rich salad as a crowd-pleasing side or enjoy it as the star of the meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams cooked ham
- 150 grams Emmental cheese
- 100 grams pickles
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 stalks green onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 150 grams mayonnaise
- 100 grams sour cream
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the ingredients. Cut the cooked ham and Emmental cheese into small, bite-sized cubes.
Slice the pickles thinly, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces, removing the seeds and core.
Chop the green onions finely, and coarsely chop the fresh parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed ham, cheese, sliced pickles, chopped bell pepper, green onions, and parsley.
In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and white wine vinegar until smooth.
Add the sugar, salt, and black pepper to the dressing mixture, and stir until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
Gently fold the dressing into the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to a sealed container, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish or a light meal. Enjoy your Farmersalat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.1 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 5311 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 93.6 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1687 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1294 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
