Flavorful Pickled Red Onions and Cucumbers
Elevate your meals with these Flavorful Pickled Red Onions and Cucumbers! This quick and easy recipe brings a tangy crunch to sandwiches, tacos, salads, or even as a delightful snack. With vibrant colors and a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, these pickles are not just delicious; they also add a refreshing twist to any dish. In just 20 minutes, you can prepare this versatile condiment that will last for weeks in your fridge. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or simply to brighten up your everyday meals, you won’t want to miss out on this zesty addition to your culinary repertoire!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large English cucumbers, very thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, very thinly sliced
- 1 cup rice vinegar
- 1/2 cup room temperature water
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and red onion thoroughly. Thinly slice them using a knife on a cutting board.
- In a mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, water, sugar, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Add the sliced cucumbers and onions into the bowl and gently mix to coat with the solution.
- Transfer everything into a clean jar with a lid; ensure all vegetables are submerged in the liquid.
- Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before refrigerating. For best flavor, chill for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg