Lan Pham's Herbed-Roasted Onions
A flavorful side dish of red and yellow onions roasted with fresh herbs, Dijon mustard, and olive oil until tender and caramelized. The onions are finished with fresh cilantro for a bright, herbaceous touch.
Ingredients
- •2 medium red onions
- •2 medium yellow onions
- •2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- •1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- •2 cloves garlic
- •1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- •¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- •¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- •¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- •1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Cut each onion into quarters, keeping the root end still intact so wedges hold together.
5 min
- 2.
2. In a large bowl, combine the lemon juice, mustard, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil.
5 min
- 3.
3. Add the onions to the bowl and mix well. Transfer the onions to a baking dish or sheet in a single layer. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, until tender and browned at the edges. Toss the onions as necessary during cooking to ensure even browning.
45 min
- 4.
4. Remove onions from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with the cilantro.
5 min
