Sweet N Tangy Freezer Pickles
Transform your cucumbers into an irresistible balance of sweet and tangy with this quick and easy Sweet N Tangy Freezer Pickles recipe! Perfectly crisp cucumbers and onions are salted, brined in a flavorful blend of white vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, and celery seeds, and then tucked away in the freezer to preserve their fresh taste. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time combined, these no-canning-needed pickles are a stress-free way to enjoy homemade goodness. Ideal as a snack, sandwich topping, or vibrant side dish, these freezer pickles are a game-changer for anyone craving crunchy, tangy-sweet perfection. Plus, they’re mess-free and ready to thaw whenever you need a burst of bold, zesty flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (thinly sliced) cucumbers
- 1 cup (thinly sliced) yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1.5 cups white vinegar
- 1.75 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon celery seeds
Instructions
Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers and onion, ensuring uniform slices for even brining.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers and onion with the kosher salt. Toss thoroughly to coat and let the mixture sit for 1 hour. This process helps remove excess moisture from the cucumbers.
After 1 hour, rinse the cucumbers and onions under cold water to remove the salt. Drain well and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, and celery seeds. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the brine to cool slightly, about 10–15 minutes.
In clean, freezer-safe containers or jars, layer the cucumbers and onions, leaving about 1-inch headspace at the top of each container.
Pour the cooled brine over the cucumber and onion mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Seal the containers tightly with lids.
Let the pickles cool to room temperature, then place them in the freezer. Allow the pickles to sit in the freezer for at least 24 hours before serving.
When ready to eat, thaw the pickles in the refrigerator. Enjoy these Sweet N Tangy Freezer Pickles as a snack, on sandwiches, or as a flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
270 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 596 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 224 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.
