Easy Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables Recipe – Quick & Tangy!
Elevate your snacking game with this Easy Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables Recipe – Quick & Tangy! This vibrant, crunchy medley of vegetables is not only a feast for the eyes but also a refreshing addition to any meal. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or as a healthy snack, these pickles are packed with flavor and nutrition. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a deliciously tangy brine that infuses your favorite veggies with bold flavors. Enjoy them straight from the jar, on sandwiches, or as toppings for your favorite dishes. Get ready to enjoy this delightful crunch in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pickling
- 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 florets, sliced carrots, cucumbers, red bell pepper strips, green beans, and minced garlic.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine white vinegar, water, salt, sugar, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and optional red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil while stirring until dissolved.
- Pour the hot brine over the mixed vegetables in the bowl and ensure all veggies are submerged.
- Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before transferring it into jars and sealing them tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to let the flavors develop before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg