Keto Pickled Onion Slaw
Brighten up your plate with this flavorful Keto Pickled Onion Slaw, a low-carb twist on a classic slaw that’s bursting with tangy, vibrant flavors. Perfect for keto enthusiasts, this recipe combines zesty pickled red onions—marinated in apple cider vinegar and a touch of keto-friendly sweetness—with crisp green and red cabbage, grated carrot, and a creamy, mayo-based dressing infused with Dijon mustard and celery seed. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness, while the light acidity of the pickled onions elevates every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this chilled side dish complements grilled meats, bunless burgers, or even fish tacos, making it a versatile addition to your keto meal plan. Easy to prepare and packed with bold flavors, this slaw is a refreshing way to stay on track with your low-carb goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon erythritol or keto-friendly sweetener
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 head green cabbage
- 0.5 head red cabbage
- 1 medium carrot
- 0.5 teaspoon celery seed
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Thinly slice the medium red onion and place it in a bowl or jar.
In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, erythritol, and salt. Heat until the sweetener and salt are dissolved, then pour the mixture over the sliced onions.
Let the onions pickle at room temperature for at least 20 minutes while preparing the rest of the slaw.
Core the green and red cabbage halves, then thinly slice them, and place in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and grate the carrot. Add the grated carrot to the bowl with the cabbage.
Add celery seed, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and black pepper to the cabbage and carrot mixture.
Chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl.
Drain the pickled onions and add them to the slaw mixture.
Toss all the ingredients together until well mixed and coated with the dressing.
Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a side dish or topping for your preferred keto meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 90.5 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 3206 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.4 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 392 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2018 mg | 43% | |
*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.
