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Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables

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Homemade Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables are crunchy, tangy, and packed with flavor—ready in just 24 hours! No canning is required, making them an easy and delicious way to add zest to sandwiches, salads, or snacks. This quick-pickling method preserves fresh veggies in a flavorful brine, creating a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and sour flavors.

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
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Vegetables

    • In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, carrots, cucumbers, red bell pepper, and green beans.

  • Make the Pickling Brine

    • In a medium saucepan, bring vinegar, water, salt, sugar, mustard seeds, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes to a boil.
    • Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve completely.

  • Pickle the Vegetables

    • Pour the hot pickling liquid over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged.
    • Let the mixture cool to room temperature.

  • Store and Chill

    • Transfer the vegetables and brine into clean, airtight jars, making sure they remain submerged.
    • Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

  • Serve and Enjoy

    • Enjoy your homemade pickled vegetables as a snack, side dish, or sandwich topping!

Notes

  • Different Vinegars: Try apple cider vinegar for a sweeter tang or rice vinegar for a milder flavor.
  • Spicy Kick: Add more red pepper flakes, sliced jalapeños, or even a dash of hot sauce.
  • Herbs and Aromatics: Experiment with dill, bay leaves, or ginger for extra depth.
  • Sweeter Pickles: Increase the sugar slightly for a more balanced sweet-and-tangy flavor.
  • Different Veggies: Swap in radishes, zucchini, or asparagus for variety

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