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Overnight Pickled Vegetables

Perfectly pickled vegetables, great for eating alone or garnishing your Bloody Mary!
Servings 1
Calories 961kcal
Author Sara

Ingredients

  • 10 green beans ends trimmed
  • 10 asparagus spears trimmed
  • 4 carrots sliced at an angle
  • 4 cauliflower chunks cut into smaller pieces
  • 2 cups distilled vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 4 garlic cloves peeled
  • 2 fresh dill sprigs
  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon whole coriander seeds
  • 1 tablespoon celery seeds
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Place two of the garlic cloves and 1 dill sprig at the bottom of a quart mason jar.
  • Pack the jar tightly with the vegetables.
  • Place the remaining garlic cloves and dill sprig at the top of the jar. Set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, bring the rest of the ingredients to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add brine to completely cover the vegetables and lid and band the jar.
  • Refrigerate overnight.

Notes

  1. Vegetable Selection: Choose firm and fresh vegetables for pickling. Opt for vegetables that can withstand the pickling process without becoming too soft or mushy. Green beans, asparagus, carrots, and cauliflower are great choices, but you can also experiment with other sturdy vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
  2. Brine Preparation: Ensure that the brine covers the vegetables completely to preserve them properly. Use a ratio of 2 parts vinegar to 1 part water, along with sugar, salt, and spices for flavor. Boiling the brine helps dissolve the sugar and salt and infuse the spices into the liquid for a well-balanced flavor profile.
  3. Flavor Infusion: Customize the pickling brine with your favorite herbs and spices to enhance the flavor of the vegetables. Garlic cloves, dill sprigs, black peppercorns, coriander seeds, and red pepper flakes add complexity and depth to the pickles. Adjust the spice level according to your preference for a personalized touch.

Nutrition

Calories: 961kcal | Carbohydrates: 203g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 14201mg | Potassium: 1685mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 167g | Vitamin A: 43007IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 430mg | Iron: 11mg