Quick Pickled Red Onions
Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod
Pickled Red Onions are tangy, sweet, and add flavor to salads, tacos, sandwiches, bowls, and more. They are easy to make at home, you only need 5 ingredients! We ALWAYS have a jar in the refrigerator!
Servings: 8
Calories: 16kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large red onion
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, can use honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- To slice the onion, cut it in half to create half-moons. Use a very sharp knife or mandoline to create uniform, thin slices. You want the slices to be about 1/8-inch thick.
- In a medium jar or bowl, combine the vinegar, warm water, sugar, and salt. Stir until sugar and salt dissolve.
- Add the red onion slices and stir, making sure the onion is covered. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator in a sealed jar or container for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
Keep pickled red onions in a jar or air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 16kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg