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No-Cook Refrigerator Pickles

Zesty No-Cook Refrigerator Pickles for Effortless Snack Bliss

Delight in these No-Cook Refrigerator Pickles, a low-carb snack bursting with flavor and freshness.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1 cup Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Hot Water Used to dissolve sugar.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Increase to 1.5-2 tablespoons for sweeter pickles.
  • 1 tablespoon Coriander Seeds Substitute with ground coriander if necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic Pre-minced can save time.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt No substitutions suggested.
For the Cucumbers
  • 3-4 pieces Cucumbers Preferably Kirby or Persian for crunch.
  • 1 cup Jalapeno Slices Adjust quantity based on desired spiciness.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Can be swapped with dill, thyme, or cilantro.

Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • Glass jars with lids

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the vinegar, hot water, sugar, coriander seeds, minced garlic, and salt. Stir thoroughly until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Slice the cucumbers into wedges that are about an inch long.
  3. Place jalapenos and basil leaves at the bottom of each clean glass jar.
  4. Tightly pack the cucumber wedges into the jars over the jalapenos and basil.
  5. Pour the cooled vinegar mixture over the cucumbers in each jar, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  6. Seal the jars tightly with their lids and refrigerate for at least 12 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy your no-cook refrigerator pickles within two weeks for the best flavor and crunch.

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