Description
Refrigerator pickles are a deliciously crunchy treat that can elevate any meal. With their perfect balance of tangy and sweet flavors, these quick and easy pickles are ideal for snacking or as a vibrant addition to sandwiches and salads. Made with fresh cucumbers, garlic, and dill, they offer a burst of garden-fresh flavor that’s hard to resist. Whip up a batch in just 15 minutes and enjoy the delightful crunch that brings joy to your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium cucumbers (Kirby or Persian)
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into rounds or spears based on your preference.
- In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium until dissolved.
- Add smashed garlic and dill to the brine; let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pack sliced cucumbers tightly into clean jars and pour the hot brine over them until submerged.
- Seal jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight for best flavor).
- Enjoy your crunchy refrigerator pickles!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different vegetables like carrots or radishes for added variety. Adjust sugar levels according to your sweetness preference. Allow pickles to sit longer for more intense flavors.