Description
Refrigerator pickles are the ultimate crunchy and tangy treat, perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your summer meals. These quick-pickled cucumbers marinate in a zesty brine, making them ready to enjoy in just hours. Serve them alongside burgers, toss them in salads, or snack straight from the jar for an irresistible crunch that will brighten any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cucumbers, sliced (about 4 medium Kirby cucumbers)
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice into rounds or spears.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water and white vinegar. Add sugar and salt; stir until dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to just below boiling. Add dill sprigs and any desired spices (like garlic or red pepper flakes) and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pack sliced cucumbers tightly into clean jars. Pour hot brine over them until submerged.
- Allow jars to cool at room temperature before sealing with lids. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg