Easiest Onion Salad
Bright, zesty, and ridiculously simple, the "Easiest Onion Salad" is a quick side dish that brings vibrant flavors to your table in just 10 minutes. Featuring thinly sliced red onions, refreshing cilantro, and a zippy kick of lemon juice, this no-cook recipe is perfectly balanced with just a touch of salt and pepper. Customize it with an optional green chili for a hint of heat! This light and tangy salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats, curries, or wraps, making it a versatile addition to any meal. With minimal ingredients and zero cooking time, it’s the ultimate hassle-free dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 small green chili (optional)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the red onions into rings or half-moons, based on your preference.
Place the sliced onions in a bowl of cold water and let sit for 5 minutes to reduce their sharpness. Drain and pat dry with a paper towel.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and, if using, the green chili.
In a mixing bowl, combine the onions, cilantro, and green chili.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture.
Sprinkle with salt and ground black pepper, then toss everything together gently to ensure even coating.
Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a side dish or chilled if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1196 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% | |
*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.
