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Sunny-Day Sweet Pickles

Sunny-Day Sweet Pickles bring a crisp bite with a gentle sweetness and a hint of warm spice from mustard seed and turmeric. The cucumbers stay crunchy while the onions add a soft, aromatic note, making these perfect for cookouts or topping sandwiches and burgers. Serve chilled for a refreshing contrast on hot days.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves24
  • DifficultyEasy
Sunny-Day Sweet Pickles
  1. 1

    Check a 1-quart jar for cracks, then keep it in simmering water until needed. Wash a new, unused lid and ring in warm, soapy water.

  2. 2

    In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring cider vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seed, and turmeric to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, slice the cucumbers and onions. Loosely pack the vegetables into the sterilized jar.

  4. 4

    Pour the hot brine over the vegetables. Seal the jar and refrigerate for 24 hours before eating.