Julie's Pistachio-Sauerkraut Salad

Ingredients

• 14 ounces sauerkraut, rinsed

• 1 (1 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
• 1/2 teaspoon dried grated 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
• 1 tablespoon honey

Directions

1. 1

   Drain the sauerkraut and place in a large bowl.

2. 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. 3

   Put the sauerkraut back into the bowl, refill it with cool water, and set it aside.

4. 4

   Make the pudding according the package directions (You can use regular, or sugar free pudding for lower calorie, diabetic, and lowcarb menus).

5. 5

   When it has begun to set, add the lemon rind (Rind from lime could be a good addition, as well!).

6. 6

   Coarsely chop the pistachios and pecans- a food processor works well for this.

7. 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. 8

   In a large bowl mix the rinsed/drained sauerkraut with the pudding, nuts, currants, and honey, and stir well.

9. 9

   Pour into a serving container and chill in refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

10. 10

    Enjoy!