Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles
Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles balance bright tang with gentle sweetness, delivering exceptionally crisp chunks thanks to traditional pickling lime. The spice blend of cloves, celery seed, and pickling spice adds warm, aromatic notes that linger. Serve alongside ham, barbecue, or charcuterie boards when you want a nostalgic, crunchy condiment that stands out.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves100
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 24 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 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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- 73
- Heart Health
- 33
- Metabolic
- 23
- Digestive
- 37
- Inflammatory
- 18
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, combine 2 gallons water with pickling lime; add the cucumbers and soak, stirring often, for 24 hours.
- 2
Drain the cucumbers; rinse thoroughly under cold water. Fill a large bowl with ice water; add the cucumbers and soak for 3 hours. Drain.
- 3
Pour cold vinegar into a large pot; stir in the sugar, pickling spice, salt, celery seeds, cloves, and food coloring until dissolved. Add the cucumbers; set aside for 8 hours to overnight.
- 4
Bring the cucumber mixture to a boil; remove the pot from the heat.
- 5
Check 11 pint-sized jars for cracks and the rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Keep them immersed in simmering water until the pickles are ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm, soapy water.
- 6
Pack the cucumber mixture into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the tops. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to release any air bubbles. Wipe the jar rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Place the lids on top and screw the rings on tightly.
- 7
Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill it halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower the jars, spaced 2 inches apart, into the boiling water using a holder. Add more boiling water to cover the jars by at least 1 inch. Return to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 15 minutes.
- 8
Remove the jars from the stockpot and set them on a cloth-covered or wooden surface, several inches apart, until cool. Press the centers of the lids with a finger to confirm they do not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark place.
- Calories 83.37 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 0.04 g Low Source 0%
- Carbohydrate 20.99 g 8%
- Total Fat 0.03 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 48.04 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 2.28 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 19.48 g --
- Added Sugars 3.18 g Moderate 6%
- Calcium 1.73 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.04 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 1.12 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 12.91 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 6.36 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Food Dyes 🎨
About This Recipe
Old Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles is made with 9 ingredients and serves 100. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Celery Seed, Cucumber, Food Coloring, and Pickling Spice. Each serving provides about 83.37 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles made of?
- The main ingredients are Celery Seed, Cucumber, Food Coloring, Pickling Spice, Salt. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 83.37 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 9 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles healthy?
- Old-Time Sweet Lime Cucumber Pickles has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 83.37 calories and 0.04 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 3.18 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Food Dyes, 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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