Grilled Balsamic Onions

Elevate your grilling game with these irresistible Grilled Balsamic Onions, the perfect blend of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors! Made with tender, caramelized slices of sweet onions—like Vidalia or yellow onions—this recipe features a simple yet flavorful marinade of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Grilled to perfection in just 20 minutes, these onion rings boast beautiful char marks and a deep caramelized flavor. Sprinkle with fresh thyme for an optional herbal finish, and serve them as a savory side dish, burger topping, or tasty addition to salads. Quick, easy, and packed with deliciously bold flavors, these balsamic onions are sure to become a summertime grilling favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pcs large sweet onions (e.g., Vidalia or yellow onions)
• 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey (optional, for sweetness)
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Peel the onions and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rings, keeping the rings intact.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey (if using), kosher salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Brush both sides of each onion ring generously with the balsamic mixture.

Step 5

Carefully place the onion rings on the preheated grill. Grill each side for about 8–10 minutes, or until the onions are soft, caramelized, and have grill marks. Use a spatula to flip them carefully to avoid breaking the rings.

Step 6

Once cooked, transfer the grilled onions to a serving plate and optionally sprinkle them with fresh thyme leaves for added flavor.

Step 7

Serve warm as a side dish or topping, and enjoy the sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	916.1 grams (916.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	696

Total Fat 28.80g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.60g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 640mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 103.70g	38%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 66.80g
Protein 9.40g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220mg	17%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1338mg	28%

*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: 36.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 58.3%