How to Make Grilled Cipollini Onions - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled Cipollini Onions are a delicious and versatile side dish that can accompany a wide variety of meals. These sweet and mild onions are perfect for grilling, as their natural sugars caramelize and create a rich and savory flavor profile. Whether you're hosting a summer BBQ or simply looking to add some extra pizzazz to your weeknight dinner, grilled cipollini onions are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • 2 wooden skewers, or as needed
  • 12 cipollini onions, peeled
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Fill a shallow dish with water; soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
  • Place onions, basil, oil, and salt in a bowl; toss to coat onions. Refrigerate until flavors blend, 30 to 60 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Thread onions onto prepared skewers, weaving basil between onions.
  • Cook onions on the preheated grill, turning once, until sweet and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    62 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 230mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 21mg