Go Back
–+ servings
Refrigerator Pickled Red Onions

Refrigerator Pickled Red Onions for Vibrant Flavor Boost

A quick and easy recipe for Refrigerator Pickled Red Onions that adds vibrancy and tangy flavor to various dishes.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 pint jars
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 8
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 cup Water Provides the base for the pickling solution
  • 1 cup White Vinegar Can be replaced with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Balances acidity
For the Onions
  • 1 large Red Onion Star ingredient
  • 1 clove Garlic Can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon Whole Black Peppercorns Adds depth and spice

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Sharp Knife
  • mandoline
  • pint jars

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine water, white vinegar, kosher salt, and sugar in a medium saucepan and heat over medium until dissolved.
  2. Slice the red onion thinly and smash the garlic clove.
  3. Layer red onion slices in pint jars, add peppercorns, and garlic.
  4. Pour cooled brine over the onions, ensuring they are submerged.
  5. Let jars sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before refrigerating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 8kcalCarbohydrates: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Use for tacos, burgers, or salads for a flavor boost.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!