Description
Creating Balsamic Roasted Onions is simple when you follow these steps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large onions (yellow or red)
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting.
- Prepare the Onions: Peel the onions and cut them into wedges or slices, depending on your preference.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- Coat the Onions: Add the onion wedges to the bowl and toss until they’re evenly coated with the balsamic mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated onions in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Roast the Onions: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even caramelization.
- Check for Doneness: The onions should be tender and nicely caramelized. If they need more time, continue roasting for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Garnish: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. If desired, sprinkle fresh thyme or rosemary on top for added flavor and color.
- Serve: Transfer the roasted onions to a serving dish and enjoy! With these steps, you’ll have a delicious plate of Balsamic Roasted Onions that are sure to impress anyone at your table.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a variety of main courses.
- Feel free to adjust seasoning according to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg