Every way of making pink pickled onions, the greatest condiment
Every way of making pink pickled onions, the greatest condiment is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 15 calories per serving. Recipe by Adam Ragusea on YouTube.
Prep: 8 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 15 min
Cost: $1.12 total, $0.28 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 medium Red Onion (peeled, sliced into thin longitudinal wedges)
- 350 ml White Distilled Vinegar (unfiltered, food‑grade)
- 1 tsp Granulated Sugar (optional for slight sweetness)
- 0.25 tsp Kosher Salt (pinch for flavor balance)
Instructions
Slice the Onion
Trim the root and stem ends, cut the onion in half lengthwise, peel, then slice each half into thin longitudinal wedges, leaving the base intact so the pieces stay together.
Time: PT5M
Prepare the Brine
In a measuring cup combine 350 ml white distilled vinegar, ¼ tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp granulated sugar. Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve completely.
Time: PT3M
Combine Onion and Brine
Place the sliced onion wedges in the glass jar. Pour the brine over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the jar tightly.
Time: PT0M
Refrigerate
Put the sealed jar in the refrigerator. Let the onions sit for at least 2 days for full pink color and mellow flavor; they improve up to 5 days.
Time: PT0M
Temperature: 4°C
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 15
- Protein
- 0 g
- Carbohydrates
- 4 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 0.5 g
Dietary info: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Last updated: April 11, 2026






