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Easy Quick Pickled Cucumbers Recipe
5 from 10 votes

Easy Quick Pickled Cucumbers Recipe

This Easy Quick Pickled Cucumbers recipe preserves thinly sliced Persian cucumbers in a spiced vinegar brine with garlic, dill, and aromatic seeds. The pickles develop flavor after refrigerating at least two days, offering crisp, tangy bites accented by cumin, coriander, and peppercorns. The method promotes a crunchy texture and balanced seasoning, making them a straightforward and refreshing addition to meals.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 17 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean, American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound cucumber Persian
  • 2 cups white distilled vinegar
  • 1½ cups water
  • 1½ tbsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp peppercorn
  • 1 tbsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ tbsp crushed red pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • dill

Instructions

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  1. Thinly slice the Persian cucumbers and set them aside.
  2. In a pot, combine white vinegar, water, kosher salt, peppercorns, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature.
  3. Tightly pack the cucumber slices along with crushed red pepper, garlic, and dill in a wide-mouth jar.
  4. Pour the cooled brine over the cucumbers until fully submerged.
  5. Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least 2 days before eating.

Notes

  • Select fresh, firm cucumbers without discoloration for best crunch and flavor.
  • Allow the hot brine to cool to room temperature before adding to cucumbers to avoid softening them.
  • Pack cucumber slices tightly in the jar to prevent floating and promote even pickling.
  • Customize the flavor by adding aromatics like lemon peel, chili peppers, or additional herbs as desired.
  • Refrigerate pickles for at least two days to develop full flavor before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 17kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 0.3g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.04g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Sodium 662mg (28%) Potassium 78mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 116IU (2%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 17

% Daily Value*

Calories 17kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 0.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Sodium 662mg 28%
Potassium 78mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 116IU 2%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.