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Pickled Red Onions Recipe

Brighten up any dish with these quick-pickled red onions! Their vibrant color and tangy zip add a delicious crunch and a pop of flavor to burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more. Imagine them piled high on your favorite burger, tossed into a fresh summer salad, or adorning a plate of juicy tomatoes with a drizzle of olive oil and freshly cracked black pepper. These versatile onions even make a stunning and flavorful topping for hors d'oeuvres. But be warned: these beauties MUST be refrigerated, even after sealing, to maintain their perfect flavor and texture. Don't risk storing them in the pantry!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 138.2 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pickled Red Onions

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How to Make Pickled Red Onions

  1. Thinly slice 1 large red onion (about 1 cup sliced).
  2. Combine the sliced red onion with ½ cup white vinegar, ¼ cup water, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper in a jar.
  3. Stir gently to ensure all the onions are coated with the pickling liquid.
  4. Seal the jar tightly with a lid.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 weeks, for best flavor. The longer they sit, the more the flavor develops!
  6. Remove from the refrigerator and enjoy! The onions will keep for approximately 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

97 g

Sugar

41g

Fat

0g

Carbs

7g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Condiments Etc Vegetables Easy Low Fat Vegan Vegetarian Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Onions