Pickled Ramps Scallions or Leeks
Brighten up your culinary repertoire with these tangy and irresistible Pickled Ramps, Scallions, or Leeks! This quick pickling recipe combines the vibrant flavors of spring onions with a zesty brine infused with white vinegar, peppercorns, mustard seeds, and optional aromatics like garlic and thyme for an extra layer of complexity. Perfect for adding a bold, vinegary kick to charcuterie boards, sandwiches, salads, or roasted meats, these pickled alliums are a versatile condiment that keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to three weeks. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe captures the essence of seasonal produce while elevating your everyday dishes with its sweet, sour, and subtly spiced profile.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ramps, scallions, or leeks (trimmed and cleaned)
- 1 cup White vinegar
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 3 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (peeled and smashed, optional)
Instructions
Trim and clean the ramps, scallions, or leeks thoroughly to remove any dirt. Separate the bulbs and greens if using ramps.
In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, kosher salt, black peppercorns, mustard seeds, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt have dissolved.
Pack the ramps, scallions, or leeks (and their greens, if applicable) into a clean, heatproof glass jar. Add optional aromatics like fresh thyme and smashed garlic, if desired.
Carefully pour the hot pickling liquid over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Let the jar cool to room temperature, then seal with a lid and refrigerate. Allow the pickles to marinate for at least 24 hours for optimal flavor.
Store the pickled ramps, scallions, or leeks in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. Enjoy as a zesty addition to your meals!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.6 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1875 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 329 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1075 mg | 23% | |
*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.
