Quick Pickled Onions

These Quick Pickled Onions are crisp, tangy, and super easy with only 5 ingredients and 5 minutes needed (no boiling required!).

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Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 1

Resting Time: 20

Total Time: 26

Servings:

Calories: 8kcal

Author: Lindsey

Add sliced onions to a pint jar.
1 medium red onion
In a microwave-safe measuring cup, combine the vinegar, water, honey, and salt.
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1 tablespoon honey, 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
Microwave 60-90 seconds, until hot and the honey and salt dissolve. Stir briefly.
Pour the brine over the onions, pressing them down so they're fully submerged.
Let cool 20-30 minutes before using, or refrigerate for later.

Sweetener swap: Granulated sugar works in place of honey, same amount.
Vinegar options: Distilled white vinegar or a 50/50 blend with apple cider vinegar both work well.
Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 2 weeks. Keep onions submerged in the brine.