Peruvian Pickled Onions (Salsa Criolla)

A pretty simple recipe, quick and easy to prepare, salsa criolla is the perfect accompaniment to many dishes. The lime juice is what makes this onion salsa/relish special. It adds a bright flavor that sweetens the onions and livens up everything else on the plate. Great summer dish! Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

You will need:

  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 red onions, sliced very thinly into half moons
  • 2 large English cucumbers, halved and sliced very thinly
  • 1 large tomato, halved and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced into very thin matchsticks, or more to taste (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 ½ teaspoons olive oil
  • cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions:

Fill a bowl with water; stir in salt until dissolved. Add red onions; let soak for 10 minutes. Drain and pat dry.

Mix onions, cucumbers, tomato, rice vinegar, lime juice, white wine vinegar, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, olive, and black pepper together in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate at room temperature before serving, about 30 minutes.

Prep Time: 30 mins/Cooking Time: -/ Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4

Calories: 70.9

 

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