Balsamic Onion Marmalade

Transform your meals with the rich, savory-sweet allure of homemade Balsamic Onion Marmalade! This gourmet condiment combines tender, caramelized red onions with the tangy depth of balsamic vinegar, a hint of brown sugar, and aromatic fresh thyme, creating a velvety, jam-like spread bursting with flavor. Perfect for upgrading cheese boards, adding a gourmet touch to sandwiches, or serving as a zesty topping for grilled meats, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet incredibly versatile. With just 10 minutes of prep and a slow simmer that deepens the flavors, this make-ahead onion marmalade is a fridge staple you’ll want to keep on hand. Dive into this easy-to-make condiment and elevate your cooking with every spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 large red onions
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the red onions into half-moons.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 4

Sprinkle the brown sugar over the onions and stir well to coat.

Step 5

Pour in the balsamic vinegar and reduce the heat to low. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the fresh thyme leaves, salt, black pepper, and water to the pan. Mix thoroughly.

Step 7

Allow the mixture to simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens into a jam-like consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9

Remove the marmalade from the heat and let it cool slightly before transferring it to a clean, airtight jar or container.

Step 10

Refrigerate until ready to use. The balsamic onion marmalade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	984.6 grams (984.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	761

Total Fat 29.00g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.30g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1244mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 118.10g	43%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 85.60g
Protein 9.70g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 256mg	20%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1431mg	30%

*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: 33.8%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 61.2%