Pickled Red Onions

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Summary

How can something so simple be such an important part of a meal? You might find yourself not being able to live without these pickled onions once you start adding them to meals. They elevate any dish just the way they can elevate your mood. Onions are chock-full of prebiotics, a specific type of fiber that has been shown to foster gut health, which is linked to brain health and a better mood.

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsTotal Time10 mins

pickled onions

Ingredients

 1 small or medium red onion
 ½ cup red wine vinegar
 ½ cup water
 ¼ tsp salt (optional)

Directions

1

Slice the onions: Slice the onions thin with a mandoline or manually with a Chef’s knife.

2

Add the sliced onions, red wine vinegar, water, and salt to a large bowl. With clean hands, massage the onions into the red wine vinegar.

3

Let sit for 20 minutes before using or refrigerate for up to 7–10 days.

4

Use on everything! (See Chef’s Notes below for ideas.)

Chef's Notes

How to use
Add to sandwiches and wraps.

Top avocado toast with it.

Include in grain bowls.

Mix into a salad.

Add to stir-fries.

Top on grilled tofu or tempeh.

Ingredients

 1 small or medium red onion
 ½ cup red wine vinegar
 ½ cup water
 ¼ tsp salt (optional)

Directions

1

Slice the onions: Slice the onions thin with a mandoline or manually with a Chef’s knife.

2

Add the sliced onions, red wine vinegar, water, and salt to a large bowl. With clean hands, massage the onions into the red wine vinegar.

3

Let sit for 20 minutes before using or refrigerate for up to 7–10 days.

4

Use on everything! (See Chef’s Notes below for ideas.)

Pickled Red Onions