Balsamic roasted onions
Delight your taste buds with our Balsamic Roasted Onions recipe. Featuring caramelized onions infused with thyme and sweetened with brown sugar, all balanced in a rich chicken gravy and tangy vinegar mix. Perfect as a savory side or topping for your favorite dishes!
- 31 Mar 2025
- Cook time 80 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 6 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
Balsamic roasted onions are a delightful side dish that brings out the sweetness of onions with a touch of tangy and savory flavors. With a simple combination of thyme, brown sugar, vinegar, and a dose of chicken gravy, this recipe is perfect for adding a gourmet touch to your meal.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel the onions and chop them into quarters or thick slices, depending on your preference.
- Place the chopped onions in a roasting pan or oven-safe dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the chicken gravy, fresh thyme leaves, brown sugar, vinegar, and black pepper.
- Stir the mixture well to ensure the sugar dissolves and the thyme is evenly distributed.
- Pour the balsamic mixture over the onions in the roasting pan.
- Toss the onions gently to ensure they are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven.
- Roast the onions for about 40-45 minutes, or until they are tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.
- Once the onions are done, remove them from the oven.
- Serve them hot as a side dish or a flavorful addition to your favorite main courses.
Tips:
- Choose medium-sized onions for even roasting.
- Slice the onions uniformly to ensure they cook evenly.
- You can substitute chicken gravy with vegetable gravy for a vegetarian version.
- Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor if desired.
- Keep an eye on the onions as they roast to avoid burning.
Balsamic roasted onions are a simple yet flavorful addition to any meal. By following these tips and the recipe, you'll achieve perfectly caramelized onions with a beautiful balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Serve them alongside your favorite main dish and enjoy the burst of flavors they bring to your table.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 90 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 44kcal | 2% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 0.84g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 8g | 2% |
| Fiber 1.48g | 4% |
| Sugar 4.19g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 0.91g | 1% |
| Saturated 0.24g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 1.67mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 0.42ug | 0% |
| Choline 4.55mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 0.03mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 0.03mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 0.16mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 0.07mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B9 11ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 4.37mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E 0.05mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K 0.96ug | 1% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 24mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.03mg | 3% |
| Iron, Fe 0.22mg | 2% |
| Magnesium, Mg 7mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus, P 27mg | 2% |
| Potassium, K 130mg | 4% |
| Selenium, Se 0.16ug | 0% |
| Sodium, Na 130mg | 9% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.14mg | 1% |
| Water | |
| Water 80g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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