Easy Pickled Red Onions
from kristineskitchenblog.comWe love having a jar of these pickled red onions in the fridge! They add tangy flavor and a satisfying crunch to tacos, salads, bowls, sandwiches and more. They're so simple to make and ready in under an hour!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 22kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large red onion
- ¾ cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Thinly slice the red onion and put the onion slices in a jar, pressing them down a bit to help them fit. I use a mason jar, but any jar will work.1 large red onion
- Combine the water, sugar and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and stir, just until the sugar dissolves. This will only take a minute or two.¾ cup water, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon salt
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vinegar. Pour the mixture over the onions in the jar, until the liquid covers the onions. Use a spoon to press the onions down so that they are all submerged in the liquid, as needed.¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- Let sit at room temperature, uncovered, for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Then use immediately or cover and refrigerate.
Notes
- Vinegar: You can substitute white wine vinegar or regular white vinegar for the apple cider vinegar, or use a combination of two types of vinegar.
- Onions: I love the color and flavor of red onions, but this same method can also be used to pickle white or yellow onions.
- Optional Add-Ins for Extra Flavor: You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes, whole peppercorns, a few thinly sliced garlic cloves, a bay leaf or fresh herbs to the brine for additional flavor.
- Storage: Pickled red onions can be stored for up to 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator. Toss them if the water gets cloudy or if there’s any mold, a slimy texture, or an off smell.
Nutrition
Calories: 22kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.02g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 293mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 0.3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg
