Caramelized Onion and Lettuce Flatbreads

Sweet caramelized onions, slightly wilted and smoky lettuce, and creamy goat cheese atop crispy flatbreads. A delicious and simple appetizer or light meal.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

485

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.65

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Snack•Bread

Cuisine:

Main Ingredient:

Cooking Style:

Occasion:

Mood:

Comfort Food•Light & Fresh•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

2wholeLarge Yellow Onions(Thinly sliced)

£0.80

2tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.20

1tablespoonBalsamic Vinegar

£0.15

1teaspoonBrown Sugar(Optional, for extra sweetness)

£0.02

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Or to taste)

£0.03

1wholeHead of Lettuce(Butter lettuce or romaine, roughly chopped)

£1.00

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

4wholeFlatbreads(Store-bought or homemade)

£1.50

4ouncesGoat Cheese(Crumbled)

£2.50

1teaspoonFresh Thyme(Chopped, for garnish (optional))

£0.30

Total Cost

£6.61

£1.65 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, or until onions are deeply caramelized and softened. Stir in brown sugar (if using) and balsamic vinegar during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
3
While the onions are caramelizing, lightly brush the flatbreads with olive oil and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly crispy.
4
In the last few minutes of onion cooking, add the minced garlic and chopped lettuce to the skillet. Stir gently until the lettuce is slightly wilted and incorporated with the onions (about 1-2 minutes).
5
Remove flatbreads from the oven. Spread the caramelized onion and lettuce mixture evenly over each flatbread.
6
Top with crumbled goat cheese and fresh thyme (if using).
7
Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

485 kcal / 2029 kJ

Carbs

55g

21% of RDA

Fat

23g

33% of RDA

Protein

17g

34% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

7 g

23% of RDA

Sugar

14 g

16% of RDA

Sodium

510 mg

22% of RDA

Saturated Fat

8 g

40% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while cooking the onions.

You can use other types of cheese, such as feta or mozzarella, instead of goat cheese.

If you don't have flatbreads, use pita bread or naan bread.

For a vegan option, omit the goat cheese or use a vegan cheese alternative.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Stovetop

Large Skillet

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Caramelized Onion and Lettuce Flatbreads

Ingredients

The Method