Low Sodium Quick Pickled Red Onions

Brighten up your dishes with these Low Sodium Quick Pickled Red Onions, a vibrant and flavorful condiment perfect for elevating tacos, salads, burgers, and more. This recipe balances zesty white vinegar with a touch of natural sweetness from honey, while aromatic garlic, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and crushed red pepper flakes add depth and complexity. With just 10 minutes of prep and a simple stovetop brine, these quick pickled onions are ready to enjoy in no time—and they can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks! Ideal for anyone looking to reduce sodium without sacrificing flavor, these easy pickled onions are sure to become your go-to topping for adding a tangy, slightly spicy kick to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 large red onion
• 0.5 cup white vinegar
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 0.25 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 small garlic clove

Directions

Step 1

Peel the red onion and slice it into thin rings or half-moons, about 1/8-inch thick. Place the slices in a medium glass or stainless steel bowl.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, and honey. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the honey is completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Do not let it come to a boil.

Step 3

Add the black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and crushed red pepper flakes to the vinegar mixture. Stir in the crushed garlic clove to enhance the aroma and flavor.

Step 4

Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the sliced onions. Use a spoon to press the onions down so they are submerged in the liquid.

Step 5

Let the onions sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure all slices are pickled evenly.

Step 6

Once cooled and pickled, transfer the onions along with the pickling liquid into a clean, airtight jar or container.

Step 7

Refrigerate the pickled onions for at least 30 minutes before serving. They will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 8

Serve the pickled red onions as a tangy condiment with your preferred dishes such as salads, tacos, sandwiches, or burgers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(415.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	157.3

Total Fat 0.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 13.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.7g
Protein 2.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 63.6mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 352.9mg	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: 3.0%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 90.7%