Description
Quick Pickled Red Onions are the ultimate easy condiment—tangy, crisp, and ready in just 30 minutes. Made with just a few pantry staples, they add a burst of color and brightness to everything from tacos to grain bowls. Perfect for meal prep, they keep in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Ingredients
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
Optional Add-ins:
- 1 clove garlic, smashed
- 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons.
- Place the onion slices in a clean glass jar (pint-size).
- In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt.
- Heat until sugar and salt are dissolved and the mixture is steaming.
- Pour the hot brine over the onions in the jar, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- Let the jar cool to room temperature (25–30 minutes).
- Seal and refrigerate. Ready in 30 minutes; best after a few hours.
- Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.