Description
Sumac Onions is a simple and tangy marinated onion salad featuring thinly sliced red onions, sumac spice, and fresh parsley. The onions are massaged with sumac and salt to soften their bite, then marinated with red wine vinegar, olive oil, and parsley to create a zesty and flavorful side dish or condiment perfect for sandwiches, salads, and wraps.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Massage Onions: Add the thinly sliced red onions, sumac, and salt to a medium bowl. Use your hands to gently massage the salt and sumac into the onions for about 30 to 60 seconds. This process softens the onions and infuses them with the sumac flavor.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), extra virgin olive oil, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix everything together thoroughly to combine the flavors evenly.
- Marinate: Cover the bowl and let the onion mixture marinate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the onions to mellow. For best results, you can store the marinated onions in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Serve: Serve the sumac onions as a simple side salad or use them as a vibrant condiment. They add a delicious tangy kick to burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and a variety of salads.
Notes
- Use red wine vinegar or lemon juice interchangeably depending on your taste preference.
- Marinating for longer enhances the flavor but the onions can be consumed after 20 minutes.
- Store the marinated onions in an airtight container for up to four days in the refrigerator.
- Sumac adds a lemony, tangy flavor; adjust the amount to suit your taste.
- Fresh parsley can be substituted with cilantro or mint for a different herbal note.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
