Skip to main content

Roasted Onions

Tender roasted onions with a mild caramelized sweet flavor and a slight crisp.
Caramelized onion quarters on a baking sheet.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Makes: 2 Cups
Nutrition Facts: View label

Ingredients

2 medium onions
1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  3. Peel off papery layers and trim off root end of onions. Cut onion into quarters.
  4. Toss with oil, salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast until tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  6. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Notes

  • To make clean-up easy, cover the baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  • Drizzle with 1 to 2 teaspoons of balsamic vinegar before serving for a different flavor.

Comments

Roasted onions carmelize and develop a delicious sweet flavor.  I frequently prepare this recipe as a side dish and use the leftovers in sandwiches, burgers or salads.

You might also like...

Recipes A to Z (without photos)

Magical Fruit Salad
Footed glass dish with a creamy fruit salad. 

Magical Fruit Salad

This 3 ingredient fruit salad is a fun and delicious way to add more fruit to your day!
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Orange Rice Salad
Big bowl of a colorful mixture of rice, orange and parsley.

Orange Rice Salad

A flavorful combination of hearty rice, fresh citrus, crunchy nuts, and sweet raisins, this salad makes the perfect side dish. Add a protein for a filling and satisfying lunch!
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
5 cups
Cranberry-Orange Relish
Photo of Cranberry-Orange Relish

Cranberry-Orange Relish

Serve with dinner, breakfast or as a tasty snack.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
2 ½ cups
Dry-Roasted Garbanzo Beans
Photo of Dry Roasted Garbanzo Beans

Dry-Roasted Garbanzo Beans

Tasty and flavorful snack idea of crispy beans with lots of spices.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
30 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Fruited Tabouli
Large bowl of a colorful mix of bulgur, fruit and vegetables.

Fruited Tabouli

A tasty mix of grains, sweet grapes, and pops of mint and lemon. Perfect for a summer BBQ!
Prepare:
30 minutes
Cook:
5 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Peanut Butter Cereal Bars
Platter of oat and peanut butter squares with raisins.

Peanut Butter Cereal Bars

Whole grain oats, peanut butter, and dried fruit make a crispy, chewy treat that is great for on the go.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Cook:
5 minutes
Makes:
16 bars (2x2-inch)
Was this page helpful to you?