Cinnamon Cucumber Rings
Transform your cucumbers into a show-stopping snack with these sweet and tangy Cinnamon Cucumber Rings! This unique recipe pairs the crisp freshness of cucumbers with the warm spice of ground cinnamon, all balanced by a sugary apple cider vinegar brine that’s infused with an optional touch of vibrant red food coloring for visual appeal. Quick to prepare and requiring just a short marinade time, these cucumber rings are perfect for those seeking a refreshing, no-bake treat that stands out at potlucks, family gatherings, or holiday tables. Serve them chilled as a playful side dish or a quirky dessert with a hint of nostalgia—perfect for anyone who loves creative crossovers in their culinary experiments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups Water
- 4 drops Red food coloring (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Peel them if desired, or leave the skin on for additional texture and color.
Slice the cucumbers into thick, even rounds (about 1/4 inch thick). Using a small round cookie cutter or melon baller, remove the center seeds of each cucumber slice to create ring-shaped pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, ground cinnamon, apple cider vinegar, water, salt, and red food coloring (if using). Stir the mixture well to dissolve the sugar and bring it to a light simmer over medium heat.
Once the mixture starts to simmer, turn off the heat and let it cool slightly for 2-3 minutes.
Place the cucumber rings in a large, shallow dish. Pour the warm cinnamon mixture over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results) to allow the cucumbers to absorb the cinnamon-flavored liquid.
Before serving, drain the cucumber rings and discard the liquid. Serve chilled as a refreshing and sweet snack or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2403 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.4 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1372 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
