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Easy Refrigerator Pickles

Easy Refrigerator Pickles That Will Brighten Your Snacks

Discover the delightful crunch of Easy Refrigerator Pickles, a quick and tangy homemade snack!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 3 days
Total Time 3 days 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Food FAQs
Cuisine: American
Calories: 20

Ingredients
  

Brine Ingredients
  • 1 cup White Vinegar Or apple cider vinegar for a milder profile
  • 1 cup Water Balances vinegar's acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave
  • 1 tablespoon Sea Salt Kosher salt is a good substitute
Pickle Ingredients
  • 3-4 medium Cucumbers Choose your favorite variety
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 handful Dill Weed Fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Peppercorns Optional but enhances flavor

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large glass jar
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into spears or rounds, placing them in a large glass jar.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, sea salt, and sugar, then heat until boiling.
  3. Allow the brine to cool completely before pouring over cucumbers in the jar.
  4. Add minced garlic, dill weed, and peppercorns on top of the cucumbers.
  5. Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least three days before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 20kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These pickles can last for up to a month in the refrigerator, enhancing a range of dishes when served.

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