Easy Vidalia Onions
Transform simple ingredients into a show-stopping side dish with this Easy Vidalia Onions recipe! Perfectly caramelized, buttery, and delicately sweet, these baked Vidalia onions are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Each large onion is infused with rich flavors from a blend of butter, a touch of brown sugar, and a dash of salt and pepper, all wrapped in foil to steam gently in the oven. With minimal prep and just 10 minutes of hands-on time, this recipe is an effortlessly elegant addition to any meal, from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts. Garnished with optional fresh parsley, these tender onions shine as a savory-sweet accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or hearty casseroles. Whether you're a fan of Vidalia onions or simply love easy side dishes, this recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Vidalia onions
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 0.25 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the Vidalia onions, making sure to remove the outer, papery layer, and trim just the root end so the onions can sit flat.
Using a paring knife, make a small, shallow X-shaped cut about 1 inch deep into the top of each onion.
Place each onion on a square of aluminum foil large enough to fully wrap it.
Add 1 tablespoon of butter on top of each onion, pressing it gently into the X-shaped cut you made.
Sprinkle each onion with 1/8 teaspoon of salt, a pinch of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of brown sugar.
Pull the foil up around the onion and crimp it at the top to create a sealed pouch, leaving a bit of airspace inside.
Place the foil-wrapped onions on a baking dish or sheet to prevent drippings from making a mess in your oven.
Add a small splash (about 1 tablespoon) of water into each pouch before fully sealing them. This will help steam the onions during cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the onions are tender and caramelized.
Carefully open the foil pouches, as steam will escape, and transfer the onions to a serving dish.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.8 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1200 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
