Marinated Blue Cheese Onions
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly flavorful Marinated Blue Cheese Onions! Tender yellow onions are boiled to perfection, then soaked in a tangy marinade featuring olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey for a delightful balance of savory and sweet. Fresh thyme adds an earthy aroma, while crumbled blue cheese brings a creamy, bold kick that pairs beautifully with the onions' subtle sweetness. These versatile marinated onions can be served as a standout side dish, atop grilled meats, or as a unique addition to your appetizer spread. Ready in just 35 minutes of hands-on time, they’re as easy to prepare as they are impressive to serve. Garnish with chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 whole Small yellow onions
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 cup Crumbled blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the small yellow onions, keeping them whole, and trim the root ends slightly without cutting too much to keep the onions intact.
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peeled onions and boil for 10-12 minutes until they are tender but not falling apart.
Drain the onions and rinse them under cold water to stop cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, black pepper, and thyme leaves to create the marinade.
Place the cooked onions into a shallow dish or bowl and pour the marinade over them, ensuring the onions are evenly coated. Let the onions marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours for more flavor.
When ready to serve, arrange the marinated onions on a serving platter. Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese generously over the onions.
Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley for added color and freshness.
Serve as an appetizer, side dish, or topping for grilled meats and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
206 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.6 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 453 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 257 mg | 5% | |
*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.
