Mediterranean Diet Quick and Easy Pickled Onions
Brighten up your Mediterranean-inspired meals with these *Mediterranean Diet Quick and Easy Pickled Onions*. This recipe is a flavorful, tangy topping that’s both healthy and effortless to prepare, perfect for anyone following the Mediterranean diet. With just 10 minutes of prep and a handful of wholesome ingredients like crisp red onions, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey, you’ll have a versatile garnish that enhances everything from salads and grain bowls to sandwiches and grilled meats. Infused with aromatic black peppercorns and bay leaf, these quick-pickled onions deliver a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. Plus, they store beautifully in the fridge, ready to elevate your dishes for up to two weeks!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium red onions
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 bay leaf
Directions
Step 1
Peel and slice the red onions into thin rings, approximately 1/8 inch thick.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, honey, sea salt, black peppercorns, and bay leaf.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the honey and salt completely.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the sliced onions, ensuring they are fully submerged in the liquid.
Step 5
Allow the onions to sit and marinate in the brine for about 5 minutes to slightly soften.
Step 6
Transfer the onions and brine into a clean glass jar, using a spoon to pack the onions tightly.
Step 7
Seal the jar with a lid and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 8
Once cool, refrigerate the pickled onions for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance the flavor.
Step 9
Store the pickled onions in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (807.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 244.2 |
| Total Fat 0.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2357.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.0g | |
| Protein 3.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 114.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 660.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories