Microwave Baked Onions

Transform your weekday dinners with this quick and flavorful recipe for Microwave Baked Onions! This simple side dish takes just minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy nights. Whole yellow onions are steamed to tender perfection right in the microwave, enriched with buttery goodness and seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper. A quick garnish of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and brightness, making these onions not only delicious but visually appealing. Ready in under 10 minutes, these buttery baked onions are versatile enough to pair with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or even as a savory topping for burgers and sandwiches. Effortless, flavorful, and utterly satisfying—this is comfort food made easy!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:13 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium yellow onions
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the onions and cut a shallow cross-shaped slit (about 1/2 inch deep) into the top of each onion.

Step 2

Place each onion onto a microwave-safe plate or dish. Make sure the onions are evenly spaced to cook properly.

Step 3

Insert 1 tablespoon of butter into the slit of each onion. Sprinkle each onion with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 4

Cover the plate tightly with microwave-safe plastic wrap or a microwave-safe lid to help steam the onions.

Step 5

Microwave on high for 6-8 minutes, depending on the size of the onions. Check for doneness by piercing the onions with a fork; they should be tender but not mushy.

Step 6

Carefully remove the plastic wrap or lid (be cautious of hot steam) and let the onions rest for 2 minutes.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve the onions warm as a side dish or topping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	501.1 grams (501.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	586

Total Fat 48.40g	62%
Saturated Fat 28.00g	140%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 1205mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 41.70g	15%
Dietary Fiber 7.80g	28%
Total Sugars 18.80g
Protein 5.30g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 97mg	7%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 670mg	14%

*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: 69.9%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 26.7%