Roasted Onions

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A simple baked onion has so much flavor. Enjoy these easy roasted onions with delicious caramelized surfaces.

Submitted by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
Updated on November 13, 2024
A plate of roasted halved onions
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 onion halves
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 4 medium yellow onions

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients. Adjust the oven rack to the lowest position; preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

    Ingredients to make roasted onions

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  2. Peel onions and cut in half.

    A cutting board with peeled onions, cut in half

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  3. Toss onion halves with oil and season generously with salt and pepper.

    A large bowl of peeled, halved onions topped with oil, salt, and pepper

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  4. Place onions, cut-sides down, on a rimmed baking sheet.

    A baking sheet with peeled, halved onion, cut side down

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  5. Roast in the preheated oven until onions are tender and the cut surfaces are golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.

    A baking sheet with roasted halved onions, cut side down

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  6. Remove from the oven and adjust seasonings if necessary. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar to serve.

    A platter of roasted onions with a hand pouring a small bowl of balsamic vinegar over the onions

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

54 Calories
3g Fat
6g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 54
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Sodium 149mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 4mg 5%
Calcium 14mg 1%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 83mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.