Perfectly Pickled Onions

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Perfectly Pink Pickled Onions in a mason jar with lid off. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

Get ready for your new favorite condiment!  But first, let’s get something straight, this is not just a condiment, this here is a game changer!  Perfectly Pickled Onions are transformational!  They go on just about any savory food and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good! 

Tart, tangy, sweet, and savory…they are everything.  This Pickled Onions recipe uses Honey as a natural sweetener, so no refined sugar here.  Only minutes to pull together and then after a few hours soaking, you get magic!   Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

 

LET’S GET PICKLED

First, let me say that onions, while polarizing, are super good for you!  They’re high in vitamin C, B vitamins and potassium.  They also have antioxidants that may help reduce heart disease risk factors, such as high blood pressure.  And…onions are a rich source of fiber and prebiotics, which are necessary for digestive health!  

So…want to eat more onions?  Pickle them and put them on everything!

Are you or someone you know “allergic” to raw onions?  I don’t mean literally, I mean if they see one they freak out and cannot even go near the food.  My Dad is like that and my Mom would try to sneak them into food all the time.  My daughters are like that too, saying they are “too spicy”.  BTW, they also say that black pepper is “too spicy” so take it for what it’s worth.

Well, then pickling is a wonderful way to get those onion-avoiders on board with onions!  Pickling takes the bite (or spice) out of the onions completely, and leaves them with a sweet, tangy, fantastic onion flavor.

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PREP-AHEAD TO MAKE YOUR PERFECTLY PICKLED ONIONS

We are all extremely busy and making dinner during the week can be overwhelming. Here are the steps you prepare in the day(s) in advance and store in the fridge as your meal Kit… (See the recipe below for more details)

Ok, so let’s start with the pickling liquid.  The primary ingredient here is vinegar.  I’ve tried this recipe with Apple Cider Vinegar, White Wine Vinegar, and Red Wine Vinegar.  All worked great.   In the images you see here, I used Red Wine Vinegar.

In a saucepan, bring vinegar, honey, and cumin powder to a boil. 

Adding Sugar to vinegar in a pot for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

Adding Cumin to vinegar in a pot for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

While the pickling liquid is warming up, you can prep the onions.  Simply thinly slice the onion and then separate the slices into a bowl that is large enough to cover the onion with the pickling liquid.

Knife cutting red onion into slices for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

Slices of red onion for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

Slices of red onion in a bowl for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

Then pour the hot mixture over the onions. Let sit until room temperature, then cover and place in refrigerator until ready to use.

Slices of red onion in bowl with vinegar about to be poured over top for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

Slices of red onion with pickling liquid in bowl covered for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

I love to make a ton of these pickled onions and store them in 16 oz mason jars. I use these pickled onions in salads, on sandwiches, in rice bowls, with grilled meats, and so much more.

Pickled Onions being transferred to a mason jar. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

USING YOUR PERFECTLY PICKLED ONIONS

Slow Cooker Pork Tacos with with Pickled Onions, Shredded Cheese, and Cilantro Lime Crema drizzled on top!  It's such an easy dinner since the pork cooks in the slow cooker to be perfectly seasoned and fall apart tender. #tacos #easydinner #glutenfree #dinner #mexican #pork

You can store these in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks!  

Now, here comes the fun part!  What to put your Pickled Onions on!  Well, my friend, the options are endless!  Here is a short list…

I’m sure you will think of lots of other ways to use these magical, Perfectly Pickled Onions!

ENJOY!  😍 Carrie

These Perfectly Pickled Onions are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!
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Perfectly Pickled Onions

Get ready for your new favorite condiment!  Perfectly Pickled Onions go on just about any savory food and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Tart, tangy, sweet, and savory...they are everything.  This Pickled Onions recipe uses Honey as a natural sweetener, so no refined sugar here.  Only minutes to pull together and then after a few hours soaking, you get magic!   #pickledonions #easycondiment #tacos #grilling #burgers #condiments #toppings #easyrecipes

Course Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword burgers, grilling, onions, pickled onions, tacos, toppings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Author Carrie Tyler

Ingredients

  • 1 Large red onion
  • 2 Cups White or Red wine vinegar
  • 6 Tbsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Cumin Powder

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups white vinegar, 6 Tbsp Honey, and cumin powder to a boil and then turn off the heat and stir.

    Adding Cumin to vinegar in a pot for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

  2. While the pickling liquid is heating up, cut the red onion in half and then thinly slice and separate thin slices into a bowl that is large enough to cover the onion with the pickling liquid.

    Slices of red onion for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

  3. Pour the hot mixture over the onions and push onions down to make sure they are completely covered by the liquid. Let sit until up to room temperature, then place in refrigerator to soak for at least 2 hours.

    Slices of red onion with pickling liquid in bowl for Pickled Onions in a bowl soaking. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

  4. Once the onions have soaked in the fridge and pickled for a couple hours or more, I like to transfer them into storage mason jars.  First I add the onions and then fill in the picking juice.

    Pickled Onions being transferred to a mason jar. They are tart, tangy, sweet, and savory.  They go on just about anything and are so unbelievably delicious, they can make a shoe taste good!  Best part, you can make a ton of them ahead!

Recipe Notes

Serving size is based on 1/4 cup.  Therefore, you may get more servings out of this recipe if less is used.

 

 

10 Easy Summer Dinners

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Chicken & Cherry Tomato Pasta in a skillet on counter. One of 10 Must-Try EASY Summer Dinners!

It’s SUMMER!!  That means it’s time for Easy Summer Dinners!  Not sure about you, but we’ve been thrust into 90 degree days here in NY/NJ and I’m now sweating in places that no one should be sweating :/  But I’m NOT complaining because I will take this over freezing cold weather any day!  Are you with me?  Ok, then I’m guessing you’re also looking for some delicious, healthy, but most importantly, EASY Summer Dinners!  

I hear ya!  Busy Summer weeknights or hot Summer weekends need easy, prep-ahead, and deliciously fresh and healthy dinners.  So, here are 10 of my favorite Talking Meals Easy Summer Dinners!

 

 

1.  Chicken Chimichurri Rojo

Chicken Chimichurri Rojo on a plate with cup of chimichurri. It is broiled or grilled Chicken topped with a cool, fresh, tangy, and incredibly full-flavored!  The Rojo comes from the addition of red pepper.  All of the ingredients simply get blended in a food processor so it could not be easier!  #chicken #chickenrecipes #chimichurri #easychicken #easydinners #dinner

Most people have had Chimichurri, but how about Chicken Chimichurri Rojo? It’s a perfect Summer dish because you can simply grill or broil the chicken then top with this make-ahead cool, fresh, oh-so-delicious Chimichurri Rojo. The Rojo comes from the addition of red pepper and combined with the other ingredients, this sauce is cool, tangy, sweet, savory and incredibly full-flavored!  All of the ingredients get blended in a food processor so it could not be easier! With garlic, parsley, cilantro, lime, vinegar, and red pepper, this is one easy sauce that delivers BIG flavor!

 2.  Garlic & Lime Shrimp Recipe with Tzatziki Sauce

Garlic and Lime Shrimp with Tzatziki Sauce over Quinoa on plate. The Shrimp is simply sauteed with minced garlic, olive oil, and lime for big bold flavors. The Tzatziki Sauce is bright and cool with creamy yogurt with fresh cucumber, lime, garlic, and scallion. #shrimp #easydinner #dinner #seafoodrecipes #shrimprecipes

This Garlic and Lime Shrimp with Tzatziki Sauce combines big bold flavors with cool, refreshing flavors. The Shrimp is simply sauteed with minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon for big bold flavors. You can also marinade the shrimp in the garlic and olive oil and then grill, squeezing the lemon over after grilled.  The Tzatziki Sauce is bright and cool with creamy yogurt with fresh cucumber, lime, garlic, and scallion. A perfect combination and so easy to pull together!

 3.  Chicken & Cherry Tomato Pasta

Chicken and Cherry Tomato Pasta with basil and parmesan on a plate with skillet in back. It's easy and so delicious! #pasta #tomatoes #easydinner #dinner #easyrecipes #healthydinner #chicken

A perfect Summer pasta dish.  Sometimes less is more and this Chicken & Cherry Tomato Pasta with Basil, Garlic, and Parmesan Cheese is just that…more, as in you will WANT MORE! It has a garlic-y backdrop with sweetness from the natural sugars that are released from the cherry tomatoes. Then you get freshness from the basil, salty and nutty flavors from the Parmesan and a hearty bite from the chicken and pasta!! It’s simply divine!

 4.  Mediterranean Flank Steak with Kale Cauliflower Rice

Mediterranean Flank Steak with Kale & Feta Cauliflower Rice is a delicious Mediterranean-inspired recipe with a flavorful garlic-oregano-rubbed flank steak on top of delicious cauliflower “rice”. To finish it off, a cool and bright Lemon & Garlic Yogurt Sauce.

Mediterranean Flank Steak with Kale & Feta Cauliflower Rice is a delicious Mediterranean-inspired recipe with a flavorful garlic-oregano-rubbed flank steak on top of delicious cauliflower “rice”. To finish it off, a cool and bright Lemon & Garlic Yogurt Sauce. Mediterranean cuisine is filled with fresh and natural ingredients, both of which hold true in this meal. The simple rub for the flank steak lets the meat be the hero. The salty, texture-filled, Kale and Feta Cauliflower Rice seriously tastes just like rice filled with flavor. This is a must-try dish!

5.  Lemon Dill Chicken & Asparagus

Cooked Lemon Dill Sauce Chicken and Asparagus in pan on stove. It has chicken in a light and creamy sauce flavored with garlic, lemon and fresh dill. It's loaded with fresh asparagus. #springrecipes #dinner #easydinner #healthydinner #lemon #asparagus #chicken #glutenfree #easyrecipes

Creamy, bright, herby, and lemony, this recipe screams SUMMER! Lemon Dill Sauce Chicken and Asparagus is Dill-licious! (yep, I just did that!) This is such an easy one-pan skillet recipe. It has seared chicken in a light and creamy sauce delicately flavored with garlic, lemon and fresh dill. Then it’s loaded with fresh and bright asparagus. Yum!

 

 6.  Quinoa and Kale Salad with Roasted Chickpeas

Close up of bowl of Quinoa & Kale Salad with Roasted Chickpeas, Pomegranate, Feta, red pepper, and Creamy Lemon Dressing. #glutenfree #lunch #dinner #healthyrecipes #healthyfood #salads #quinoa #kale

This Quinoa and Kale Salad with Roasted Chickpeas and Creamy Lemon Dressing has everything you could ever want in a Summer dish. It’s fresh, light, and bright from the lemon dressing, kale, scallion, and red pepper. Then it’s hearty, nutty, and salty from the quinoa, roasted chickpeas and Feta Cheese. And then you get a burst of fresh sweetness from the pomegranate seeds. And all of the different textures will make your mouth so happy!

 7.  Craveable Curry Chicken Salad

Curry Chicken Salad on spinach with tomato slices. It has so many fantastic flavors and textures!  The chicken breast is simply roasted and mixed with a creamy sweet and savory curry dressing.  Red pepper gives you a fresh crunch, scallion gives a savory bite, and raisins give a burst of sweet.  #chicken #chickenrecipes #chickensalad #currychicken #mealprep #lunch #healthyrecipes

Craveable Curry Chicken Salad has so many fantastic flavors and textures! Use leftover chicken breast, buy a rotisserie chicken, or get cooked chicken from the Deli!   The chicken is mixed with a creamy sweet and savory curry dressing. Then you get a burst of freshness from the red pepper, a salty bite from the scallion, and sweetness from the raisins. Make this once and you will crave it again and again!

8.  Mexican Pasta Salad with Sun Dried Tomato Dressing

Close up of Mexican Pasta Salad in white bowl on counter with second bowl in upper left corner and tomato half on plate. This Creamy Mexican Pasta Salad has Sun Dried Tomatoes, Corn, Fresh Diced Tomatoes, Cilantro, and smoky Mexican spices. The dressing is creamy and smoky with lots of depth and a hint of sweetness from the Sun Dried Tomatoes that are blended in. Terrific as a side or mix in some chicken or beef and call it a meal!

Creamy Mexican Pasta Salad with Corn and Sun Dried Tomato Dressing is a fresh, creamy, and smoky dish that’s bursting with flavor and texture! First, you get creaminess and depth, as well as smokiness and and a hint of sweet from the sun dried tomato dressing. Then you get freshness from the tomatoes and a burst of sweet from the corn. Finally a bite from the scallion and cilantro. It’s the perfect comfort side dish or add beef, chicken or shrimp and call it a meal!

 9.  Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet

Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet is a creamy and flavorful recipe filled with different textures. It's also incredibly easy to make as it all comes together in one skillet.

Zucchini and Chicken Rice Skillet is a creamy and flavorful recipe filled with different textures. It’s incredibly easy to make as it all comes together in one skillet. Instead of roasting chicken, use leftover chicken breast, buy a rotisserie chicken, or get cooked chicken from the Deli!   The chicken is mixed with earthy mushrooms, aromatic onions and garlic, fresh and bright zucchini, and rice. The cream sauce is light and creamy, but there is actually no heavy cream at all; instead almond milk, broth, parmesan, and cornstarch create the perfect amount of creaminess. And it’s Gluten Free!

10.  Sunny Quinoa with Fried Egg and Veggie Medley

This 5-ingredient Sunny Quinoa with Fried Egg & Veggie Medley is simple, but incredible. The Veggie Medley is a trifecta of red pepper, zucchini, and sweet corn that are roasted on a sheet pan. Then on top of it all is a salty fried egg with a runny yoke that oozes out to bring a deep creaminess to the entire dish.

Hello, Beautiful!  This Sunny Quinoa with Fried Egg & Veggie Medley looks like summer in a bowl!  With only 6 ingredients, it’s so simple, but incredible because the combination of flavors is just perfect together. The veggie medley of corn, zucchini, and red pepper is bright and fresh and full of sweetness that bursts in your mouth.  And if you have never had a fried egg with the yoke oozing over your rice or pasta or, in this case, quinoa, you are missing out and have gotta try this. 😎 The yoke brings a natural creaminess to the dish that you just cannot get from anything else.

What are YOUR favorite Summer recipes?  Please share in the comments!

😍 Carrie