Description
Pickled red onions with lime and spices bring a burst of flavor and color to your meals. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a tangy, crunchy condiment that perfectly complements tacos, sandwiches, and salads. With their vibrant hue and zesty taste, these pickles are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp cumin (optional)
- 1/2 tsp coriander (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the red onions thinly for even pickling.
- In a bowl, mix lime juice and water; stir in sugar until dissolved.
- Add sliced onions, salt, and spices to the mixture, ensuring all onions are coated.
- Cover tightly and let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg