Description
Experience the vibrant crunch of our Crunchy Tangy Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables, a delightful addition that enhances any meal with their zesty flavor. This quick and easy recipe allows you to create a colorful array of pickled veggies that are perfect for snacking, adding to salads, or serving alongside your favorite dishes. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of simple ingredients, you’ll have a refreshing condiment that stays fresh in your refrigerator for up to one month. These pickles are customizable too! Mix and match vegetables according to your preference, making it a fun culinary adventure.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup sliced cucumbers
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups white vinegar
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cauliflower florets, sliced carrots, sliced cucumbers, red bell pepper strips, and trimmed green beans.
- In a medium saucepan, mix white vinegar, water, salt, sugar, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil and stir until dissolved.
- Carefully pour the hot pickling liquid over the mixed vegetables ensuring they are submerged.
- Cool the mixture to room temperature before transferring it into glass jars. Seal tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor complexity, consider including radishes or other seasonal vegetables. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your preferred heat level. Ensure all vegetables are fully submerged to maintain freshness.