Grilled Red Onions

These sliced onions are grilled with a fantastic balsamic sauce that enhances its flavor. Serve these up as they are or use these onions in any recipe that calls for them. They really do compliment a grilled hamburger or steak.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Yield: Serves 6 to 8 as a side dish

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds red onions
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper

Preparation

Heat vinegar, garlic and rosemary in a sauce pan until hot. Don’t boil. Let stand 20 minutes. Warm oil in a separate pan. Slice onions into 1/2 inch slices. Lay out on a cookie sheet and brush both sides with oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper over onions. Grill over medium heat for 4-6 minutes. Let the onion slices slightly char. Remove from grill and separate into rings. Toss with vinegar mixture and parsley.
Thank you Derek Riches with About.com’s Barbeque and Grilling.