Easy Refrigerator Pickles

Crunchy, tangy, and bursting with fresh flavor, these Easy Refrigerator Pickles are the ultimate quick-pickling recipe you need in your life! Perfectly suited for crisp Persian or pickling cucumbers, this no-fuss recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. A fragrant brine of white vinegar, garlic, fresh dill, mustard seeds, and optional red pepper flakes infuses every bite with zesty goodness, while the simple stovetop method dissolves sugar and salt for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. These homemade pickles require no canning and are ready to enjoy in as little as 24 hours, developing even more delicious flavor with time. Whether you're snacking straight from the jar or adding them to sandwiches and burgers, these easy refrigerator pickles are a must-make recipe for pickle lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 4 cups cucumbers (small, firm, like pickling cucumbers or Persian cucumbers)
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (peeled and smashed)
• 4 sprigs dill (fresh sprigs)
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds or spears, depending on your preference.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let the brine cool slightly.

Step 3

Prepare a clean, quart-sized mason jar (or two pint-sized jars). Pack the cucumbers tightly into the jar(s), leaving some space at the top.

Step 4

Add the garlic cloves, fresh dill sprigs, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the jar(s), distributing them evenly among the cucumbers.

Step 5

Carefully pour the warm brine over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of the jar.

Step 6

Seal the jar(s) with a lid and allow the pickles to cool to room temperature on the counter.

Step 7

Once cooled, transfer the jar(s) to the refrigerator. Let the pickles sit for at least 24 hours to develop their flavor, though they’ll taste even better after 2-3 days.

Step 8

Store the refrigerator pickles in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, enjoying them as desired!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1478.8 grams (1478.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	317

Total Fat 2.20g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1806mg	79%
Total Carbohydrate 65.30g	24%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 41.50g
Protein 8.40g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 226mg	17%
Iron 4mg	22%
Potassium 1698mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.3%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 83.0%