Mustard Bean Pickles

Tangy, crunchy, and bursting with bold flavors, these Mustard Bean Pickles are the perfect way to preserve the season's freshest green beans while adding a zesty twist to your pantry staples. This quick pickling recipe combines the sharpness of white vinegar with the earthy warmth of yellow mustard seeds and Dijon mustard, creating a brine that's perfectly balanced with hints of sweetness and spice. Enhanced with aromatic garlic cloves, optional red chili flakes for a fiery kick, and sprigs of fresh dill for herbaceous depth, these pickles are a versatile condiment that pairs beautifully with sandwiches, charcuterie boards, or grilled dishes. Ready in just a few days, this easy pickling method is beginner-friendly and fridge-stable, ensuring a delicious addition to your table that only gets better with time.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Fresh green beans
• 500 ml Water
• 250 ml White vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard seeds
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
• 2 sprigs Fresh dill (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Cut them into 2-3 inch pieces if necessary to fit your jars.

Step 2

Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Blanch the green beans for 2 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a saucepan, combine water, vinegar, mustard seeds, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and red chili flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve completely. Remove from heat and let the brine cool slightly.

Step 4

Sterilize glass jars and their lids by boiling them in hot water for 10 minutes. Carefully remove them and let them dry on a clean towel.

Step 5

Divide the blanched green beans evenly among the jars, making sure they are packed tightly but not crushed.

Step 6

Peel the garlic cloves, lightly crush them, and add one clove to each jar. If using, place a sprig of fresh dill into each jar as well.

Step 7

Pour the warm brine into each jar, covering the beans completely. Leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar.

Step 8

Seal the jars tightly with their lids, and let them cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the jars.

Step 9

Allow the beans to pickle for at least 2-3 days before enjoying. The flavor will deepen over time, so they taste even better after a week!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	809 grams (809.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	146

Total Fat 7.00g	9%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7335mg	319%
Total Carbohydrate 6.50g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 1.10g
Protein 4.00g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 99mg	8%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 333mg	7%

*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: 60.0%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 24.8%