Sweet Pickles
Transform your cucumbers into a sweet and tangy treat with this easy homemade sweet pickles recipe! Perfectly crisp cucumber slices and thinly sliced onions are infused with a vibrant pickling liquid made from white vinegar, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and a hint of turmeric, creating a delightful balance of flavors. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and a short simmer on the stovetop, this recipe is ideal for beginners and seasoned home canners alike. These refrigerator pickles are ready to enjoy after just 24 hours of marinating, making them an excellent addition to sandwiches, burgers, or snack boards. Plus, they stay fresh for up to a month in the fridge! If you're looking for a fun and flavorful way to preserve your cucumbers, these sweet pickles are a must-try.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 small (or 2 large) Cucumbers
- 2 cups White vinegar
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons Mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon Celery seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 medium, sliced thinly Yellow onion
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds (about 1/4 inch thick). Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, water, kosher salt, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and ground turmeric.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 1-2 minutes to blend the flavors.
Remove the pickling liquid from the heat and set it aside to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
In a clean, sterilized glass jar (or several jars), layer the cucumber slices and thinly sliced onion.
Carefully pour the warm pickling liquid over the cucumbers and onions, ensuring all the vegetables are completely submerged.
Seal the jars with lids and let them cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the jar(s) to the refrigerator.
Allow the pickles to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving, although they taste even better after 2-3 days.
Store the pickles in the fridge for up to 1 month. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1891 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 456.9 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 370.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.9 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 766 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 6378 mg | 136% | |
*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.
