Description
This Fresh Pickled Cucumber Salad is crisp, tangy, and refreshing! A perfect balance of sweet and savory, this easy refrigerator pickle recipe is great as a healthy snack, a side dish, or even a topping for sandwiches. The flavors intensify over time, making it even better after a few days! If you’re looking for quick high-protein meals, recipes for dinner, or simple high-protein meals, this is a must-try. Ideal for meal prep, this stays fresh for up to two months in the fridge! Save it to your healthy recipes, recipes appetizers and snacks, and recipes to try boards.
Ingredients
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4 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
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1 small onion, thinly sliced
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1 cup white vinegar
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1/2 cup water
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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Fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and onions.
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In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
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Pour the warm vinegar mixture over the cucumbers and onions, and stir to coat.
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Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight for best flavor).
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Garnish with fresh dill before serving. Enjoy as a snack or a side dish!
Notes
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The longer it sits, the better it tastes!
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Swap white vinegar for apple cider vinegar for a tangier flavor.
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Great as a topping for burgers, sandwiches, or wraps!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0mg