Sumac Onions
Crisp, tangy sumac onions add citrusy brightness to chicken shawarma, salmon skewers, salads, and more. Ready in under an hour.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 teaspoon ground sumac
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onion very thinly. This is the time to break out your mandoline if you have one!1 medium red onion
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the salt, lemon juice, olive oil, and sumac. Add the onions and the parsley and toss.1 teaspoon ground sumac, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
- Set aside to marinate for at least 20 minutes. For more flavor and a softer onion, allow to marinate for 2-4 hours, tossing a few times to make sure the marinade is evenly distributed.
- Store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
Substitutions:
- White or yellow onions can be substituted for red onion.
- For spicy sumac onions, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
Serving ideas:
- Serve with air fryer chicken shawarma or shawarma salmon skewers.
- Use to top salads, grilled meats, or grilled vegetables.
Nutrition
Calories: 21.3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.3g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 1.8g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.3g | Sodium: 291.8mg | Potassium: 25.7mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.6g | Vitamin A: 84.5IU | Vitamin C: 2.3mg | Calcium: 4.7mg | Iron: 0.1mg
