Description
Quick Pickled Garden Vegetables are a vibrant, tangy addition to your meals that capture the essence of summer. This easy recipe showcases fresh cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty red onions, all marinated in a flavorful herb-infused brine. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create these delightful quick pickles that elevate sandwiches, salads, and tacos or simply serve as a refreshing snack. With their burst of flavor and health-conscious profile—only 25 calories per serving—these pickles are perfect for any occasion! Enjoy them at picnics, barbecues, or right from the jar for a crisp and zesty treat.
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Slice the onion and cucumber into thin pieces.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir until the sugar and salt dissolve completely; bring to a boil.
- Place the prepared vegetables in a glass jar or container. Pour the hot brine over them until fully submerged.
- Stir in fresh dill evenly throughout the mixture.
- Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving; longer is better for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tablespoons (45g)
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For an extra kick, adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your spice preference. Experiment with other seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or radishes for added variety. Allowing your pickles to sit overnight will deepen their flavor.