Quick Pickled Sweet Onions Recipe

Transform ordinary sweet onions into tangy, sweet, and irresistible pickled delights in just 16 minutes! Perfect for egg salad, toast, pickle trays, or enjoying straight from the jar (we won't judge!). These quick-pickled onions are ready in a day, but a week in the brine develops the most amazing flavor. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 69.3 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Pickled Sweet Onions

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How to Make Quick Pickled Sweet Onions

  1. Combine white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and peppercorns in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat and let the pickling solution cool completely.
  4. Thinly slice the red onion.
  5. Pack the sliced red onions tightly into a clean jar.
  6. Pour the cooled pickling solution over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  7. Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 day, or up to 1 week for the best flavor.
  8. Enjoy your quick pickled onions on sandwiches, salads, burgers, or as a delicious snack!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

109 g

Sugar

55g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g