Easy Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables Recipe – Quick & Tangy!
Whip up a batch of Easy Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables and transform your snacking and meal times with a burst of vibrant flavors! This quick and tangy recipe is not only simple but also customizable, allowing you to tailor the spices and vegetables to suit your taste. Perfect for any occasion, these colorful pickles make an excellent addition to sandwiches, salads, or can be enjoyed straight from the jar as a healthy snack. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a delicious condiment that adds crunch and zest to your meals while keeping in your fridge for weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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 mixing bowl, combine cauliflower, carrots, cucumbers, bell pepper, green beans, and garlic.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix vinegar, water, salt, sugar, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil until dissolved.
- Pour the hot brine over the vegetables in the bowl until fully submerged. Allow cooling to room temperature.
- Transfer the mixture into clean glass jars and seal tightly with lids.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours for best flavor before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg