Onion salad
Onion salad recipes have been around for centuries, with the earliest known recipe dating back to the Roman Empire. This dish was made with onions, vinegar, oil, and herbs, and was served as a side dish or appetizer.
Over the centuries, the recipe for onion salad has evolved and changed to include different ingredients and flavors. For example, the addition of mayonnaise or cream to the salad became popular in the 19th century. In the 20th century, various types of cheese, nuts, and fruits were added to the salad, making it more of a main dish. Today, there are countless variations of onion salad, with each cook adding their own unique twist.
Despite the many changes that have been made to the recipe over the years, one thing has remained the same: the onion is still the star of the show. Whether you prefer your onion salad sweet or savory, simple or complex, there’s sure to be a recipe out there that you’ll love. So go ahead and give this timeless dish a try – your taste buds will thank you!
Advice
When making an onion salad, it is important to choose onions with a crisp texture and a mild flavor. To achieve this, opt for sweet or mild onions such as Vidalia, Walla Walla, or Maui onions. When prepping, peel and slice the onions very thin. This will help the onions to absorb the dressing, and make them easier to eat. Be sure to dress the salad just prior to serving, as the onions will become too soft and soggy if left for too long. To add some more flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a few drops of balsamic vinegar.
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Recipes
Grilled Corn, Asparagus and Spring Onion Salad
- vegetable oil
- cherry tomato
- chili oil
- maggi sauce
- asparagus
- spring onion
- salt
- lime juice
- worcestershire sauce
- soy sauce
- ears corn
Chilean Tomato and Onion Salad
- onion
- tomato
- lime
- olive oil
- cilantro
- black pepper
- salt
Cucumber and Charred Onion Salad
- salt
- fresno chile
- english hothouse cucumber
- oregano
- onion
- olive oil
- red wine vinegar
English Pea and Onion Salad
- salt
- olive oil
- onion
- pea
- bread crumb
- almond
- egg
- lemon
- mayonnaise
- parmesan cheese
- herb
- bacon
Green Bean Red Onion Salad
- green bean
- onion
- red wine vinegar
- mustard
- water
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
Cucumber and Onion Salad
- black pepper
- mint
- salt
- onion
- rice vinegar
- sugar
- persian cucumber
Tomato and Sweet Onion Salad
- salt
- tomato
- white wine vinegar
- sun gold cherry tomato
- basil
- onion
- sugar
- chive
- olive oil
Spicy Scallion and Onion Salad
- gochugaru
- sugar
- white vinegar
- salt
- green onion
- black pepper
- onion
Spinach, White-Bean, and Red-Onion Salad
- black pepper
- salt
- bacon
- olive oil
- onion
- wine vinegar
- cannellini bean
- spinach
- white bread
Tomato Avocado Cucumber and Maui Onion Salad
- cilantro
- hot house english cucumber
- jalapeño
- chile powder
- maui onion
- canola oil
- avocado
- campari
- sugar
- lime juice
- salt
Cucumber and Onion Salad
- salt
- garlic
- onion
- water
- white vinegar
- sugar
- pepper flake
- cucumber
- black pepper
Grilled Radicchio and Knob Onion Salad Recipe
- vinaigrette
- black pepper
- salt
- olive oil
- radicchio
- red leaf lettuce
- onion
- vinaigrette
- sherry vinegar
- shallot
- dijon mustard
- olive oil
Tomato, Cucumber and Onion Salad
- basil
- cucumber
- onion
- red wine vinegar
- olive oil
- tomato
- salt
Blood Orange and Red Onion Salad
- salt
- olive oil
- ruby red grapefruit
- thai bird eye chile
- onion
- blood orange
- mint
Charred Broccoli and Red Onion Salad
- salt
- ricotta salata
- olive oil
- broccoli tight
- onion
- red wine vinegar
- tomato
- pepper
Three-Herb and Red Onion Salad
- salt
- dill
- parsley
- mint
- olive oil
- red wine vinegar
- onion
Big Island Tomato and Maui Onion Salad
- black pepper
- maui onion dressing
- maui onion
- maui onion
- red tear tomato
- yellow tear tomato
- olive oil
- tomato
- mesclun green
- salt
Asparagus and Spring Onion Salad with Seven-Minute Eggs
- sesame seed
- whipped feta
- asparagus
- grapeseed oil
- salt
- ginger
- soy sauce
- water
- spring onion
- spring lettuce
- sherry vinegar
- egg
Sweet Bell Pepper and Onion Salad
- salt
- torpedo
- orange
- chive
- basil
- parsley
- mint
- olive oil
- sherry vinegar
Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad
- english cucumber
- onion
- herb
- olive oil
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- vinegar
- salt
- cherry tomato
Grilled Onion Salad with Sumac and Herbs
- black pepper
- pomegranate molasses
- mint
- lime juice
- aleppo pepper
- salt
- olive oil
- italian parsley
- sour pickle juice
- sumac
- onion
Onion Salad
- olive oil
- bread
- pepper
- red wine vinegar
- salt
- soncino salad
- tropea red onion
- salt
- onion
Ingredient Breakdown
Insights
Staple Ingredients
- salt 73%
- onion 64%
Common Ingredients
- olive oil 50%
Usual Ingredients
- black pepper 32%
Rarey Ingredients
- red wine vinegar 23%
- sugar 23%