Mise en Place

• Wash and dry lemon and onion.
• Slice lemon in half and squeeze juice into a small bowl.
• Slice the onion lengthwise into paper thin half moons.
• Measure out the ingredients.

Prepare the Onions

• Pour hot water over the onion and let stand for 15 minutes.
• Drain and rinse with cold water.

Make the Quick Pickled Red Onion

• In a small bowl, combine the onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
• Cover and let stand at room temperature until the onion turns pink, stirring occasionally.

Serve

• Serve and enjoy!