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    Fleischsalat (German Meat Salad)

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    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 RecipesVilla
    Course: 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

    • 1/2 small onion, finely diced (optional)

    • 1/2 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.

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