Quick Pickled Onions
Pickled red onions add a sweet, tangy crunch to sandwiches, tacos and salads!
  • CourseCondiment
  • CuisineVegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1cup water
  • ½cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • ½cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1Tbsp. sugar or honey
  • 1tsp. salt
  • 1tsp. whole peppercorns
  • 2cloves garlic, crushed (optional)
Instructions
  1. Cut the onion into very thin slices, separate the rings, and place in a large, clean glass jar. Add peppercorns and garlic, if using.
  2. Make the brine in a small bowl or liquid measuring cup: Whisk together the water, vinegars, salt and sugar until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved.
  3. Pour the brine over the onions. The onions should be fully submerged; add an extra splash of water or vinegar if needed. Place the lid on the jar and seal.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, then enjoy the onions in your favorite dishes.
Recipe Notes

Recipe adapted from cozypeachkitchen.com.

Store your pickled onions in the fridge and use within two weeks for best quality.

Quick Pickled Onions
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Pickled red onions add a sweet, tangy crunch to sandwiches, tacos and salads!
  • CourseCondiment
  • CuisineVegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. sugar or honey
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. whole peppercorns
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional)
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Instructions
  1. Cut the onion into very thin slices, separate the rings, and place in a large, clean glass jar. Add peppercorns and garlic, if using.
  2. Make the brine in a small bowl or liquid measuring cup: Whisk together the water, vinegars, salt and sugar until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved.
  3. Pour the brine over the onions. The onions should be fully submerged; add an extra splash of water or vinegar if needed. Place the lid on the jar and seal.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, then enjoy the onions in your favorite dishes.
Recipe Notes

Recipe adapted from cozypeachkitchen.com.

Store your pickled onions in the fridge and use within two weeks for best quality.

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