Grilled Vidalia Onions
Elevate your grilling game with these tender, caramelized Grilled Vidalia Onions, a mouthwatering side dish that's as simple as it is flavorful. Sweet Vidalia onions are stuffed with rich, melty butter and drizzled with aromatic olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then seasoned with a hint of kosher salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh thyme. Wrapped in foil to seal in all the natural juices, these onions transform on the grill into irresistibly soft, golden bites of smoky perfection. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for summer BBQs or as a versatile side for steaks, burgers, or grilled chicken. Discover how these easy grilled onions can steal the spotlight on your table, making every meal feel like a gourmet experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Vidalia onions
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 4 sheets aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat, approximately 375–400°F.
Peel the Vidalia onions, cutting off the pointed ends while keeping the root intact to hold the layers together.
Using a small paring knife, cut a shallow core out of the top center of each onion to create a small cavity.
Place a Vidalia onion on each sheet of aluminum foil. Shape the foil into a bowl-like form to hold the onion upright.
Into the cavity of each onion, add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter, followed by a drizzle of about 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar.
Season each onion with a pinch of kosher salt, a pinch of black pepper, and a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves.
Wrap each onion tightly in the foil, making sure the top is sealed to trap the steam during cooking.
Place the foil-wrapped onions on the grill, directly over the heat. Close the grill lid and cook for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through cooking.
Check for doneness by carefully opening one of the foil packets and piercing the onion with a fork. It should be tender all the way through.
Remove the onions from the grill, carefully unwrap the foil, and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
993 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 634 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1221 mg | 26% | |
*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.
