Pickled Cucumber Slices
Transform your cucumbers into a tangy, flavorful treat with this quick and easy Pickled Cucumber Slices recipe! Perfectly sliced cucumbers are infused with a zesty brine of white vinegar, garlic, dill, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a slight kick. Ready in just minutes of hands-on prep, this small-batch refrigerator pickle recipe is ideal for beginners and yields a crisp, refreshing snack or condiment. Serve these versatile pickles alongside sandwiches, burgers, or charcuterie boards, or enjoy them straight from the jar. With no canning required and a short 4-hour chill time (though they’re even better after 24 hours), these homemade pickles are a game-changer for anyone seeking a bold pop of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium cucumbers
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 4 sprigs dill sprigs
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin, even rounds (about 1/8 inch thick).
Peel the garlic cloves and lightly crush them using the flat side of a knife.
In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt have dissolved completely (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a clean glass jar or airtight container, layer the cucumber slices along with garlic cloves, black peppercorns, dill sprigs, and red pepper flakes.
Pour the warm vinegar mixture over the cucumber slices, ensuring that all of the cucumbers are fully submerged in the liquid. Let the jar cool to room temperature.
Seal the jar tightly with a lid and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. For best flavor, let the cucumbers pickle for 24 hours.
Serve the pickled cucumber slices as a condiment, side dish, or snack. Refrigerate any leftovers in the jar for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
43 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 226 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 238 mg | 5% | |
*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.
