Homemade Refrigerator Pickles
Homemade Refrigerator Pickles deliver a crisp bite with a sweet-tangy balance from a hot vinegar, sugar, and salt brine poured over fresh cucumbers, onions, and green bell peppers. They’re perfect for tucking into sandwiches and burgers or enjoying straight from the jar after a short rest in the fridge. Expect bright acidity, gentle sweetness, and satisfying crunch.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves64
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Homemade Refrigerator Pickles, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 28 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.97 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 66
- Heart Health
- 53
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 18
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Check several canning jars for cracks and the rings for rust, discarding any that are defective. Keep them immersed in simmering water until needed. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
- 3
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the vinegar, sugar, and salt to a boil. Continue boiling until the sugar dissolves, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Put the cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers into a large glass mixing bowl. Pour the brine over them and toss the vegetables for several minutes.
- 5
Transfer the vegetables and brine to the sterilized jars; do not worry if the brine does not cover the vegetables. Refrigerate for 1 to 4 days before eating.
- Calories 39.79 kcal Low Source 2%
- Protein 0.33 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 9.04 g 3%
- Total Fat 0.4 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.06 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 38.1 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.69 g Low Source 2%
- Total Sugars 7.01 g --
- Added Sugars 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 3.67 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.14 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 56.81 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 15.08 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 4.85 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Homemade Refrigerator Pickles is made with 6 ingredients and serves 64. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cucumber, Green Bell Pepper, Salt, and Sugar. Each serving provides about 39.79 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Homemade Refrigerator Pickles made of?
- The main ingredients are Cucumber, Green Bell Pepper, Salt, Sugar, White Vinegar. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Homemade Refrigerator Pickles?
- About 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 39.79 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Homemade Refrigerator Pickles easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Homemade Refrigerator Pickles healthy?
- Homemade Refrigerator Pickles has an easyChef Pro health score of 36/100. Per serving, it provides 39.79 calories and 0.33 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. It contains Sulfites and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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