Sweet Vidalia Onion Slaw
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4.5
Sweet Vidalia Onion Slaw
Description
This salad highlights the natural sweetness of Vidalia onions, sliced thinly to maintain a crunchy texture. The onions are separated into strands and mixed with a dressing made from buttermilk, mayonnaise, champagne vinegar, celery seed, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. The tangy buttermilk and vinegar complement the sweetness of the onions, while celery seed adds a subtle earthy note.
The slaw is refrigerated for several hours to mellow the raw onion sharpness and allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, it is garnished with fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, thyme, or chive to add color and a herbaceous accent. This slaw works as a side dish or topping for sandwiches where a creamy, refreshing component is desired.
Ingredients
- 2 onions or other sweet variety, Vidalia
buttermilk dressing
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp champagne vinegar
- 2 tsp celery seed
- 1/2 tsp salt
- black pepper lots, fresh cracked
garnish
- dill parsley, thyme, or chive
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions into 1/8 inch slices. This is best done on a mandolin slicer. Cut the slices in half or thirds.
- Put the onions into a bowl, carefully separating the strands as you add them.
- Whisk together the dressing and be sure to taste to adjust any of the ingredients.
- Pour enough dressing over the onions to saturate them, but don't drown them. Toss well and refrigerate for several hours before serving.
- Garnish with just a bit of green before serving, it could be dill, thyme, parsley, or chive.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 258mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 130mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 35IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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