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Easy Pickled Red Onions

Easy Pickled Red Onions for a Tangy Twist on Every Meal

Easy Pickled Red Onions add a tangy twist to any meal with their crunchy texture and vibrant color.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 jars
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickling Brine
  • 1 cup White Vinegar or apple cider vinegar for a sweeter flavor
  • 1 cup Water adjust based on intensity preference
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar can use maple syrup or date syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Salt sea salt is preferred for best taste
For the Onions
  • 1 large Red Onion or 2 medium onions, sliced thin

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Knife
  • mandoline
  • glass jar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Step 1: Slice the Onions - Peel and slice the red onions thinly, aiming for 1/8-inch thickness.
  2. Step 2: Make the Brine - In a medium saucepan, combine equal parts water and white vinegar, then add sugar and salt. Heat and stir until dissolved.
  3. Step 3: Combine - Pour the warm brine over the sliced onions in jars, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  4. Step 4: Pickle - Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate. For best flavor, allow pickling for at least 1 hour or overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 5gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight glass jar in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks. Can also be frozen for longer storage.

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