Rich, creamy, and delightfully tangy, Fleischsalat is a traditional German deli favorite that combines finely sliced bologna or cooked ham with crunchy pickles and a smooth, lightly seasoned mayonnaise dressing. This savory salad is perfect as a sandwich spread, a topping for crusty bread, or a flavorful side for any cold platter. Whether enjoyed at breakfast, brunch, or a casual gathering, Fleischsalat brings classic German comfort to every bite.

Origin Fleischsalat (German Meat Salad)

Fleischsalat is a staple in German butcher shops (Metzgereien) and is commonly eaten for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack. You’ll often find it alongside potato salad and sausages in traditional German cold buffets.

What I Love About This Recipe

It takes just a few minutes to put together, tastes incredibly fresh, and makes any simple sandwich feel special.

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Fleischsalat (German Meat Salad)

Recipe by RecipesVillaCourse: Salad, Appetizer, Side DishCuisine: German, EuropeanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

220

kcal

Fleischsalat is a creamy German deli-style meat salad made with thinly sliced sausage (like bologna), pickles, and a tangy mayonnaise-based dressing—perfect as a sandwich filling or served chilled as a side.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces German bologna (or cooked ham), cut into thin strips

• 3–4 medium dill pickles, finely chopped

• ½ small onion, finely diced (optional)

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• 1 tablespoon pickle juice

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

• In a medium bowl, combine the sliced bologna, chopped pickles, and diced onion (if using).
• In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, pickle juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
• Pour dressing over the meat mixture and toss well to coat.
• Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
• Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
• Serve chilled with crusty bread, rolls, or as part of a cold platter.

Notes

• For extra flavor, stir in a pinch of sweet paprika or fresh chopped chives.
• Fleischsalat keeps refrigerated up to 3 days.
• You can use Lyoner sausage or mortadella if you can’t find German bologna.