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½ Cup Pickled Red Onion

Pickled red onion is red onion preserved in an acidic brine, often vinegar-based, giving it a tangy flavor and crisp texture. It is commonly used as a condiment or garnish rather than a main vegetable serving.

Beneficial properties

low in calories contains antioxidants source of quercetin adds flavor with minimal fat may provide probiotics if naturally fermented

Nutritional highlights

It provides small amounts of vitamin C, folate, potassium, and antioxidant flavonoids such as quercetin, but sodium can be high depending on the brine.

Caution. Pickled red onion can be high in sodium and acidity, which may aggravate reflux or be a concern for people limiting sodium intake.

Conditions it helps with

Heartburn / GERD
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Heartburn & Reflux
Includes: Heartburn and Acid Reflux
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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