Quick Pickled Onions
These Quick Pickled Onions are made with simple ingredients and ready in 30 minutes. The perfect topping for burgers, tacos and salads.
Ingredients
- 1 medium red onion cut in rounds
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup vinegar I used a combo of distilled white and apple cider
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Slice the onion and place in a heat-proof container.
- Add the rest of the ingredients to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower heat and stir until the sugar and salt have dissolved. Turn off the heat.
- Pour the liquid over the onions and press them down with a fork.
- Cover and allow to come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Serve immediately or cover and place in the fridge. These are best served within the first few days, but will keep in the fridge for a couple weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g