Macadamia Free Pickled Red Onions
Tangy, jewel-bright, and endlessly versatile, these pickled red onions are the kind of condiment that quietly transforms every meal they touch. A simple brine of apple cider vinegar, honey, and sea salt does all the heavy lifting, while fresh ginger and optional garlic add a subtle warmth that makes the flavor genuinely interesting. The whole process happens on the stovetop in just a few minutes, and the onions turn that gorgeous fuchsia pink as they cool — no special equipment, no canning experience required. Store-bought pickled onions often come loaded with preservatives or mystery ingredients, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the jar. These are completely free from tree nuts of any kind, relying entirely on pantry staples and fresh aromatics to deliver big flavor. Pile them onto tacos, grain bowls, sandwiches, or grilled proteins and watch them disappear faster than you'd expect.
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8 servings
- 1 medium red onion, very thinly sliced
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 small garlic clove, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pack the sliced red onion tightly into a clean 16 oz glass jar.
- 2
Combine the apple cider vinegar, water, honey, and fine sea salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey and salt are fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
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