Grilled Onion Blossoms Foil Wrapped

Elevate your grilling game with these Grilled Onion Blossoms Foil Wrapped, a show-stopping side dish that's as flavorful as it is visually stunning. Made with large, sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla, these "blossoms" are sliced into petal-like shapes and generously drizzled with a rich seasoning mix of olive oil, melted butter, garlic, smoked paprika, and thyme. Wrapped snugly in foil, they steam and caramelize on the grill to create tender, melt-in-your-mouth layers infused with smoky, savory flavor. For an extra touch of indulgence, sprinkle grated Parmesan on top before grilling and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or a cozy backyard dinner, this easy recipe brings a gourmet flair to your summer grilling menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large sweet onions (such as Vidalia or Walla Walla)
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 375–400°F (190–200°C).

Step 2

Peel the onions, keeping the root end intact to hold the layers together.

Step 3

Place each onion on a cutting board. Starting from the top center, cut through the onion down toward the root, stopping about 1/4 inch above the root to avoid cutting all the way through. Make 4-6 equally spaced cuts around the onion to create 'petals.' Carefully spread the layers to create a blossom effect.

Step 4

Combine olive oil, melted butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well to create a seasoning drizzle.

Step 5

Place each onion on its own square of aluminum foil, large enough to fully wrap the onion.

Step 6

Drizzle the seasoning mixture evenly over the onions, making sure the mixture gets between the onion layers. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top if desired.

Step 7

Wrap each onion tightly in the aluminum foil, ensuring no openings so the onions steam and remain moist while grilling.

Step 8

Place the foil-wrapped onions on the preheated grill over indirect heat. Close the lid and cook for 35–40 minutes, or until the onions are tender when pierced with a fork.

Step 9

Carefully remove the foil-wrapped onions from the grill using tongs. Allow them to rest for 5 minutes before unwrapping, as they will be hot and release steam.

Step 10

Transfer the grilled onion blossoms to a serving plate, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(949.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1259.0

Total Fat 110.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 140mg	0%
Sodium 2719.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 48.4g
Protein 15.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 423.6mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 968.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.2%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 19.0%