Instant Pickled Cucumbers
Brighten up your meals with these quick and easy Instant Pickled Cucumbers—a vibrant side dish or topping that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring crisp Persian or Kirby cucumbers infused with tangy white vinegar, a touch of sweetness from granulated sugar, and aromatic garlic and fresh dill, this no-cook recipe delivers bold, refreshing flavors with minimal effort. Customize the heat with a pinch of optional red pepper flakes, and enjoy these zesty pickles straight away or store them in the fridge for up to a week. Perfect for garnishing sandwiches, tacos, or charcuterie boards, this versatile recipe is a must-try for fans of homemade pickles or anyone seeking a quick and flavorful upgrade to their dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces small cucumbers (Persian or Kirby cucumbers preferred)
- 0.5 cups white vinegar
- 0.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 3 sprigs dill sprigs (fresh)
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and cut off the ends.
Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or spears, depending on your preference.
In a medium bowl or a clean glass jar, add the garlic slices, dill sprigs, and red pepper flakes, if using.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and aromatics in the bowl or jar, ensuring all the cucumber slices are submerged in the liquid.
Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes for the flavors to develop. Stir or shake gently to distribute the brine evenly if needed.
Serve immediately or transfer the pickled cucumbers with the brine to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2378 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 722 mg | 15% | |
*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.
