Hacienda Onion Salad
Bright, bold, and bursting with zesty flavors, Hacienda Onion Salad is a quick and refreshing side dish that transforms humble onions into a vibrant medley of citrusy tang and aromatic spices. Thinly sliced red and white onions are tossed with fresh cilantro, a tangy blend of lime and orange juices, and a hint of ground cumin for a smoky depth. Optional jalapeño adds a kick of heat, making this salad as customizable as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the perfect accompaniment for tacos, grilled meats, or as a topping for burgers. Whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or seeking a unique, easy-to-make side, this flavorful onion salad will steal the show! Keywords: onion salad recipe, citrus onion salad, quick side dish, refreshing summer salad, easy onion salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Red onion
- 1 medium White onion
- 0.5 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
- 1 small (optional, finely chopped) Jalapeño pepper
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the red onions and the white onion into rings or half-moons, depending on your preference. Place them in a large bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl with the onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, orange juice, extra virgin olive oil, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
If using a jalapeño pepper, finely chop it and add it to the onions and cilantro for a mild heat kick.
Pour the dressing over the onions and cilantro. Toss everything together until the onions are well coated in the dressing.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve as a side dish or use as a topping for grilled meats, tacos, or burgers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 614 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*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.
