Lucerne Onion Salad Luzerner Zwiebelsalat
Discover the simple elegance of Lucerne Onion Salad (Luzerner Zwiebelsalat), a Swiss-inspired dish that celebrates the crisp sweetness of red onions. This refreshing salad combines delicate, thinly sliced onions—soaked briefly in ice water to mellow their sharpness—with a tangy-sweet dressing made from apple cider vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, mustard, and honey. Fresh herbs like parsley and chives add vibrant color and a hint of earthiness, making this salad a perfect side dish for hearty mains or light summer meals. Ready in just 20 minutes and bursting with flavor, this no-cook recipe highlights wholesome ingredients for an effortless addition to your table. Ideal for fans of quick, healthy, and flavorful dishes, it’s a must-try addition to your repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Red onions
- 50 ml Apple cider vinegar
- 40 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives
- 2 cups Water
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the red onions and thinly slice them into rings. Use a mandoline slicer for even, paper-thin slices if possible.
Fill a large bowl with 2 cups of cold water and add the ice cubes. Submerge the onion slices in the ice water to reduce their sharpness and make them crisp. Let them sit for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and chives. Set aside for garnishing.
Drain the onions well using a colander, and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Place the onions in a serving bowl. Pour the dressing over the onions and toss gently to ensure the slices are evenly coated.
Top the salad with the chopped parsley and chives for a fresh burst of color and flavor.
Serve immediately, or let the salad sit in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.2 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1276 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 853 mg | 18% | |
*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.
