Quick pickled red onions

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Add any tyoe of chikes for spiciness.

Updated at: Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:50:53 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories175.3 kcal (9%)

Total Fat0.1 g (0%)

Carbs37.9 g (15%)

Sugars32.3 g (36%)

Protein1.1 g (2%)

Sodium2201.2 mg (110%)

Fiber2.6 g (9%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

1 servings

1red onion

Large, thinly sliced

½ cupApple cider vinegar

½ cupWater

2 TbspSugar

1 ½ tspSea salt

Instructions

Step 1

Slice & Pack: Thinly slice the onion (a mandoline works well) and pack into a glass jar. Make Brine: Heat the vinegar, water, salt, and sweetener (if using) in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the salt/sugar dissolves. Combine: Pour the hot mixture over the onions. Sit & Chill: Let them sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour. The onions will turn a vibrant pink. Store: Seal and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.