Chilled Garlic-Dill Pickle Spears
Chilled Garlic-Dill Pickle Spears deliver a crisp snap with every bite, balancing a bright apple cider vinegar tang with fragrant dill and peppercorn warmth. The garlic infuses a bold, clean flavor that shines in sandwiches, burger platters, or straight from the jar for a snack. Serve these refreshing spears at picnics, cookouts, or alongside hearty deli favorites.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves20
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Divide the garlic, dill, and peppercorns between 2 sterilized quart-size glass jars with lids.
- 2
Wash the cucumbers; trim and discard the blossom ends.
- 3
Cut each cucumber into 6 to 8 spears; pack them vertically and tightly into the jars.
- 4
Combine the vinegar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan over high heat; bring the brine to a boil, stirring until the salt dissolves.
- 5
Divide the brine between the jars to cover the spears, filling to within 1/2 inch from the top.
- 6
Gently tap the jars to release any air bubbles.
- 7
Add more brine if needed until it reaches 1/2 inch from the top.
- 8
Wipe the rims with a damp paper towel to remove any residue.
- 9
Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- 10
Cover the jars with lids.
- 11
Refrigerate for at least 48 hours (the flavor improves with time).
- 12
Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Calories 57.68 kcal Low Source
- Protein 0.19 g Low Source
- Carbs 10.12 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.32 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.06 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 122.87 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.07 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.18 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 1.12 g Low Source
- Calcium 129.18 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.14 mg Low Source
- Potassium 22.34 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 140.92 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 36.5 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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