5.0 from 15 votes
Easy Quick Pickled Cucumbers Recipe
You'll love this fast and easy method for great pickled cucumbers that can be added as a side, used in wraps or sandwiches, or eaten as a snack.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 17 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , American
Ingredients
- 1 pound Persian cucumbers
- 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
- Thinly slice the Persian cucumbers and set them aside.
- 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.
- Tightly pack the cucumber slices along with crushed red pepper, garlic, and dill in a wide-mouth jar.
- Pour the cooled brine over the cucumbers until fully submerged.
- Seal the jars and refrigerate for at least 2 days before eating.
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Notes
- Freshness is Key: Use fresh and firm cucumbers without any brown or slimy spots for the best results.
- Cool the Brine: Let the brine cool to room temperature before pouring over the cucumbers to maintain their crunch.
- Pack Tightly: Make sure cucumbers are packed tightly to prevent floating and ensure even pickling.
- Add Aromatics: Experiment with different aromatics like lemon peel, chili peppers, or additional herbs for varied flavors.
- Time to Flavor: Allow the cucumbers to sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 days for the best flavor development.
Nutrition Information
Calories
17kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
0.3g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.04g
(0%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1g
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: 16Serving
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.