Mediterranean Diet Quick Pickled Red Onions
Elevate your Mediterranean-inspired dishes with these vibrant and tangy Quick Pickled Red Onions, a must-have condiment that's ready in just 15 minutes of prep and cook time. Perfect for anyone following the Mediterranean diet, this recipe combines thinly sliced red onions with a subtly sweet and garlicky brine made from apple cider vinegar, kosher salt, sugar, and aromatic black peppercorns and bay leaf. These pickled onions pack a zesty punch, making them an ideal topping for salads, wraps, grilled meats, or grain bowls. With no fuss and simple, wholesome ingredients, this versatile recipe is your new go-to for adding a burst of flavor to any meal. Plus, these pickles keep for up to two weeks in the fridge, so you'll always have a Mediterranean-inspired garnish ready to go!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large red onion
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 medium garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 whole bay leaf
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons, depending on your preference.
In a small saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, water, kosher salt, and sugar. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the salt and sugar fully dissolve.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the brine to cool slightly.
While the brine is cooling, peel and lightly crush the garlic clove.
In a medium-sized glass jar or container, place the sliced red onions, adding the crushed garlic clove, black peppercorns, and the bay leaf.
Carefully pour the warm brine over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. Press the onions down with a spoon if necessary.
Seal the jar with a lid and allow the onions to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving. For best results, refrigerate for an additional hour or longer to enhance the flavor.
Store the pickled onions in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, using them as a topping for Mediterranean dishes such as salads, wraps, or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 606 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 344 mg | 7% | |
*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.
