Paleo Pickled Onion Slaw

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and tangy Paleo Pickled Onion Slaw—a nutrient-packed side dish bursting with flavor and texture! Featuring crisp green and purple cabbage, sweet carrots, and zesty pickled red onions, this slaw is elevated with a refreshing cilantro-lime dressing that’s both wholesome and paleo-friendly. The quick pickling process infuses the onions with a bold, sweet-tart flavor thanks to honey and apple cider vinegar, adding an irresistible pop of pink to your plate. Perfect as a standalone side or a topping for tacos and grilled proteins, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an effortless yet impressive addition to your meal rotation. Whether you're on a paleo diet or simply seeking a flavorful, healthy dish, this slaw is sure to become a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 red onion
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 3 cups green cabbage
• 1 cup purple cabbage
• 2 carrots
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a medium bowl.

Step 2

In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sea salt, and honey. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the red onions in the bowl. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes, or until the onions turn a vibrant pink and are pickled.

Step 4

While the onions are pickling, thinly shred the green and purple cabbages and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Peel and grate the carrots, adding them to the same mixing bowl with the cabbages.

Step 6

Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the vegetable mix.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, and pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Drain the pickled onions, discarding the liquid, and add them to the cabbage and carrot mix.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture, tossing everything together to ensure it is evenly coated.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for an hour to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1185.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	581.1

Total Fat 28.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2513.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 7.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 245.1mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1543.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 49.5%