Balsamic Pickled Red Onion Recipe

Slow Living kitchen

"These quick pickled onions  are great in a sandwich, on a grazing board or as a snack. " 

Red Onions

Red onions are great for quick pickles because they have a natural pink color, and they are the right size and shape. They are also pretty nice raw on salads or tacos.

Quick pickles are super-easy and a great way to use up quickly fading produce.

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Why make quick pickles? 

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01 Once you get the basics down, you can riff and make all kinds of delicious combinations.

02 quick pickles don't require any special equipment; just some clean glass jars or containers.

03 They add punch to all sorts of dishes where you want acidity or sharpness:

Balsamic Pickled Red Onions

This quick pickle recipe comes together in just a few minutes!

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Prep Time: 10 Min

– 1 cup balsamic vinegar – 1 cup water – 1 tablespoon salt – 2 tablespoons vinegar – 1 teaspoon garlic  mustard seeds

Cook Time: 20 Min

Ingredients

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Step 1

Slice red onions into paper-thin rounds using a mandoline or a sharp knife. We like to use a mandolin slicer with a safety guard, making it easy to slice the onions. You could also cut them by hand. Slice them as thin as possible to pickle quickly.

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Step 2

Combine balsamic vinegar, water, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, occasionally stirring until the salt dissolves. Remove brine from heat and let cool to room temperature.

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Step 3

Place red onion slices in an airtight container. Pour cooled vinegar brine over the red onions, covering them completely. Let stand at room temperature for at least one hour before serving. The longer you leave them out, the more pickled they will become!

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Step 4

Pickled red onions will keep in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 6 months! These are great on sandwiches, salads, tacos, rice bowls and more.

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