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The Easiest Quick Pickled Onions (Paleo, Vegan)

June 16, 2017 by Jean Choi 26 Comments

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Quick pickled onions are the best condiment when you need something tangy and crunchy at the last minute. Takes less than 5 minutes to put together!

quick pickled onions paleo vegan

I debated whether I should post this quick pickled onions recipe or not because it’s just so stupid easy. I thought maybe I should just do an Instagram post with the instructions on how to make it, but I figured I should have a page I can point to people easily when they ask me for the recipe.

The Easiest Quick Pickled Onions Recipe

So here it is. I’ve been putting these on pretty much everything for the past several weeks. Tacos, open faced sandwiches, sausages, salads, you name it. The crunchiness and the tanginess of the onions just boosts the flavors of anything you put them on. Best of all, it literally took me 3 minutes to put everything together, and the rest is just waiting for the onions to pickle. Anyone can do it!

quick pickled onions paleo vegan

quick pickled onions paleo vegan

Of course, I always prefer real lacto-fermented vegetables over quick pickled ones, because of all their probiotic benefits, but sometimes, you just don’t have the time for that. Growing up in a Korean household, we would always have kimchi on the side of everything, so having a tangy condiment with every meal is now so comforting to me.

Lasts 3+ Weeks in the Fridge!

Before you ask, I’m actually not sure how long this lasts in the fridge. I’ve had mine for about 3 weeks now, and it still looks and tastes awesome. But then again, quick pickled onions are one of those things that just gets better the longer it sits, so use your best judgement! I’m one of those people that eat food way past their expiration date as long as they look and smell fine. And hey, I’m still alive and well.

Since Father’s Day is this weekend, I hope you make this quick pickled onions to put on all the yummy grilled foods. Let me know what you enjoyed it on!

quick pickled onions paleo vegan

quick pickled onions paleo vegan

The Easiest Quick Pickled Onions

Quick pickled onions are the best condiment when you need something tangy and crunchy at the last minute. Takes less than 5 minutes to put together!
5 from 8 votes
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Course: Condiment
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 3 minutes
Author: Jean Choi

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar raw, unfiltered
  • 2 tsp coconut aminos or gluten-free tamari
  • 1 large red onion, sliced thinly
  • Filtered water

Instructions

  • In a quart-sized jar, pour in apple cider vinegar and coconut aminos or tamari sauce.
  • Add the sliced onions.
  • Pour in filtered water until the onion slices are completely submerged.
  • Close the lid and shake it a few times so the liquids are mixed together.
  • Leave it at room temperature for an hour.
  • Store in the refrigerator.

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  1. Renee Kohley says

    June 19, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    5 stars
    Ohhh I want these like NOW in a big chicken wrap! YUM!

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  2. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

    June 20, 2017 at 6:57 am

    5 stars
    I love pickled red onions, they’re awesome on everything!

    Reply
  3. Michele Spring says

    June 20, 2017 at 4:26 pm

    Oh man, I’m making salmon burgers tonight and I bet these would be AWESOME on them. Will have to make them to go on top!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      June 20, 2017 at 6:29 pm

      Yes, definitely! I’ve had it with burgers and it tastes amazing!

      Reply
  4. Tina says

    June 20, 2017 at 5:36 pm

    Yum! I want to put this on some good ol’ sausages!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      June 20, 2017 at 6:28 pm

      I’ve done that. It’s so good!

      Reply
  5. ChihYu says

    June 21, 2017 at 6:53 pm

    5 stars
    Love pickled onions and your version is really so easy !! Love it !!

    Reply
  6. Jo Romero says

    June 25, 2017 at 8:43 am

    I don’t know why it is that I always feel like pickled things are too complicated to make! haha! These look super easy and I love how you served them with that smoked salmon in the pic. Beautiful!

    Reply
  7. STACEY CRAWFORD says

    June 25, 2017 at 11:04 am

    5 stars
    I like pickled onions, which is odd because I don’t really like onions. I was amazed that I like them. Your photos look lovely 🙂

    Reply
  8. Amanda Torres says

    June 25, 2017 at 11:25 am

    5 stars
    I do quick pickled red onions all the time but never thought to add in tamari/coconut aminos! I bet that extra umami really makes them that much more delicious. Such a wonderful and versatile condiment 🙂

    Reply
  9. Holley Marth says

    June 25, 2017 at 12:02 pm

    5 stars
    These will be great on everything. The simplest recipe are the best!

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  10. Cristina Curp says

    June 25, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    pickled onion are my most favorite thing everrr…. so yum! thank you!

    Reply
  11. Becky Winkler says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:35 pm

    Love pickled onions! They’re so pretty.

    Reply
  12. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:45 pm

    Oooohhh these pickled onions are so beautiful! I’m going to have to make some for my husband, he would love these.

    Reply
  13. Katja says

    June 25, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    5 stars
    Just made these. YUM! So good!!

    Reply
  14. Darryl Edwards says

    June 26, 2017 at 6:59 am

    I used to love picked onions as a kid and had no idea they could be done so quickly, nostalgia plus a quick and simple method. A great combo.

    Reply
  15. Rachel says

    July 2, 2017 at 2:39 pm

    I’ve been seeing them in all the hipster brunch places here in San Francisco… I had no idea they were this easy!

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      July 9, 2017 at 6:41 am

      Haha yeah. Definitely a hipster thing. But you are right. It’s so incredibly easy to make!

      Reply
  16. Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving says

    August 30, 2017 at 11:56 am

    Dude, I had no idea this was so simple to make! My husband has been begging me to make these so he’s finally going to get his wish.

    Reply
  17. Billy says

    October 27, 2017 at 9:45 am

    5 stars
    Wow these pictures are so good! I’ve been looking for an easy peezy pickled onion recipe so I can keep my fridge stocked for the family – this looks like its going to take the cake! Thank you for sharing!

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  18. Michael Dees says

    July 21, 2018 at 9:31 am

    How soon after you refrigerate the pickled onions are they considered pickled?

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    • Jean Choi says

      July 21, 2018 at 10:35 am

      These aren’t traditional pickled onions. They are quick pickled, so they are done after an hour of sitting at room temperature.

      Reply
  19. Bethany says

    August 10, 2018 at 4:47 pm

    Yum! Do you think this would work to make a quick pickled radishes, cucumbers, or carrots?

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    • Jean Choi says

      August 10, 2018 at 5:31 pm

      Hmm, I’m not sure! But those are more hardy veggies so you’ll probably have to let them sit for much longer before they get fully pickled.

      Reply
  20. Rachelle says

    April 18, 2019 at 9:48 pm

    Welllll mine aren’t that bright pink color… Maybe in the morning?

    Reply
    • Jean Choi says

      April 19, 2019 at 8:26 am

      Might just be the onions you used. It actually loses color the longer it sits. The taste should be fine though!

      Reply

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