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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!
Prep Time5 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: onion
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