Marinated Onions

Transform your everyday meals with the vibrant tang of Marinated Onions! This simple yet flavorful recipe combines thinly sliced red onions with a zesty brine of white vinegar, garlic, bay leaf, and dried oregano, balanced by a touch of sweetness from sugar. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus marination time), these onions are perfectly infused with herbs and spices, creating a versatile topping that elevates everything from tacos and burgers to salads and charcuterie boards. With their crisp texture and bold, pickled flavor, these marinated onions are a must-have addition to your fridge for adding a gourmet touch to your dishes. Perfect for meal preppers, these zesty onions can be conveniently stored for up to two weeks, making them as practical as they are delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized red onions
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 2 medium, thinly sliced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Start by peeling and thinly slicing the red onions. Aim for even slices to ensure they marinate uniformly.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black peppercorns, bay leaf, garlic slices, and dried oregano. Stir to mix the ingredients together.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar and salt dissolve completely.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes. This helps the mixture infuse with the flavors of the spices and herbs.

Step 5

Place the sliced onions in a clean, heatproof bowl or a large jar with a lid. Carefully pour the warm marinade over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged.

Step 6

Allow the onions to come to room temperature, then cover the bowl or jar and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. The longer they marinate, the more flavorful they become.

Step 7

Before serving, give the onions a quick stir to evenly distribute the marinade. These marinated onions can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	834.2 grams (834.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	287

Total Fat 0.70g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7106mg	309%
Total Carbohydrate 58.70g	21%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 42.10g
Protein 4.30g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 140mg	11%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 695mg	15%

*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: 2.4%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 90.9%