Fresh sweet onion rings with basil

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1largeWalla Walla Sweet Onion
½cupSeasoned Rice Vinegar, or
½cupRice Vinegar with
1teaspoonSugar
1tablespoonFresh Basil, chopped
teaspoonDried Crushed Red Pepper
Flakes
1cupSmall Ice Cubes
Salt

Directions

Cut the onion crosswise into ¼" thick slices, seperate into rings.

In a bowl, combine the onion rings, vinegar, basil, chili lfakes and ice; cover and chill 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The ice will begin to melt, diluting the vinegar to an appropriate level.

Serve, adding salt to taste.

Calories: 23, Protein: 1g, Fat: .09g, Cholesterol: 5.5mg, Sodium: 1.83mg

Source: Medford Mail Tribune, 19 July 1994 Typed by Katherine Smith