Description

Craving a crisp, tangy snack or the perfect topper for your sandwich? These Homemade Refrigerator Pickles are the answer. This easy recipe requires no canning skills and is perfect for anyone looking for quick and tasty food ideas. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or adding zest to your summer cookout, this quick refrigerator pickle recipe is a must-try. It’s a top pick in the world of healthy snacks, easy recipes, and flavorful dinner ideas.

Ingredients

4–5 small pickling cucumbers or Persian cucumbers, sliced into rounds or spears

1/2 small white onion, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed

1 cup distilled white vinegar

1 cup water

1 tablespoon kosher salt

1 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon black peppercorns

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

4–5 fresh dill sprigs

1/2 teaspoon coriander seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into spears or rounds. Thinly slice the onion and smash the garlic cloves.

2. Clean and sterilize your mason jars with hot soapy water or in a dishwasher.

3. Combine vinegar, water, kosher salt, and sugar in a small saucepan. Heat until dissolved, then cool slightly.

4. Layer the cucumber slices, onions, garlic, dill, and spices into jars. Leave space at the top.

5. Pour the cooled brine over the packed jars, covering the vegetables completely.

6. Tap jars to release air bubbles. Ensure cucumbers are fully submerged.

7. Seal the jars with lids and refrigerate. Let them sit for at least 24 hours before eating, but 2–3 days is ideal.

Notes

Always use kosher or pickling salt to avoid cloudiness in your brine.

Let the brine cool before pouring to preserve the cucumbers’ crispness.

Use clean jars and utensils to maximize freshness and safety.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Condiment, Snack
Method: No-cook (Refrigerator Pickling)
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 10
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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