24 Quick Pickle Recipes You Can Make Right Now

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24 Quick Pickle Recipes You Can Make Right Now1/24 Pickled Red Onions 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pickled Red Onions Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone should have a jar of this pickled red onion recipe in their refrigerator at all times. I put them on everything and they keep for weeks, if they last that long. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Pickled red onions add incredible flavor, texture, and color to tacos, avocado toast, sandwiches and so much more. Best of all, this recipe

—Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

for quick pickled red onions literally takes less than 2 minutes to prep, and the pickled onions are ready to eat in only 2 hours. Regardless of what veggie you pickle, this pickling spice blend is sure to give them incredible flavor. 2/24 Pickled Apples Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These easy pickled apples are perfect alongside a pork entree or salad, or with a charcuterie cheese board. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin These easy pickled apples are perfect alongside a pork entree or salad, or with a charcuterie

cheese board

cheese board. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 3/24 Quick Pickled Radishes 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Quick Pickled Radishes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 3 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is the perfect addition to tacos, barbecue or just about any sandwich you can dream of. Each sliced radish is just a little bit sweet, slightly crunchy and has an amazing amount of zing. You’re probably going to want to have a batch in your fridge at all times! —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia These sliced pickled radishes are just a

little bit sweet, slightly crunchy and have an amazing amount of zing

little bit sweet, slightly crunchy and have an amazing amount of zing. Try them in green salads or on fried chicken sandwiches. 4/24 Easy Homemade Pickles 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Homemade Pickles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 quarts Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband grows cucumbers, garlic and dill in the garden and eagerly waits for me to make these homemade pickles. The recipe comes from my grandmother.—Angela Lienhard, Blossburg, Pennsylvania Once you realize how easy it is to make homemade pickles, you may never go back to

store-bought!

store-bought! These pickles are infused with the classic flavors of fresh dill, garlic and pickling spice, but once you’ve got the technique down, you can play around with the flavorings and make the recipe your own. 5/24 Pickled Jalapenos Test Kitchen Approved Pickled Jalapeno Rings Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 32 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I started canning Hungarian hot and mild peppers with my dad every year, but they are hard to find in California, so I now make pickled jalapenos instead. They stay crunchy, unlike the mushy kind

you find at the store

you find at the store. —Lou Kostura, Belmont, California If you like the taste of jalapenos but can’t handle the heat, try using pickled peppers in your recipes instead of fresh. spicy pickled jalapenos will be less spicy than fresh jalapenos because some of the oils from the peppers leach into the brine. 6/24 Pickled Strawberries 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Pickled Strawberries Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I developed a unique and healthy recipe to feature my most-loved spring and summer fruit. My

favorite way to serve these strawberries is as an appetizer with cheese

favorite way to serve these strawberries is as an appetizer with cheese. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California That’s right—pickled strawberries. This recipe uses rice vinegar to add tartness, chili garlic sauce for a touch of heat and sesame oil for warmth. On top of that, orange zest, black sesame seeds and sliced green onions combine for a deeper, more complex flavor. 7/24 Refrigerator Dill Pickles 48 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings about 100 pickle spears Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Easy and economical, refrigerator dill pickles are tangy, zesty and crispy. No one will believe

you made them yourself!

you made them yourself! —Jake Haen, Ocala, Florida Easy and economical, refrigerator dill pickles are tangy, zesty and crispy. No one will believe you made them yourself! —Jake Haen, Ocala, Florida 8/24 Pickled Eggs 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pickled Eggs with Beets Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ever since I can remember, my mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my family expected. I made them for my granddaughter the last time she visited and they were all

gone before she left

gone before she left. —Mary Banker, Fort Worth, Texas If you’ve never had a pickled egg before, you’re in for a treat. Pickled eggs are great as a quick snack or party appetizer when served alongside a variety of toasts and crackers. You can also use them in your deviled eggs or egg salad recipes. Taste of Home Pickled Green TomatoesYou can do a lot more with green tomatoes than simply frying them. Pickled green tomatoes are fantastic on pastrami or corned beef sandwiches, skewered atop your Bloody Mary or eaten own their own! Go to Recipe 9/24 10/24 Pickled

My mother is the only other person I’ve known to make this recipe

Carrots 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mother is the only other person I’ve known to make this recipe. In fact, when I take it to a potluck or picnic, no one has ever heard of pickled carrots. But once they try them, they are hooked. —Robin Koble, Fairview, Pennsylvania Cinnamon and clove add a touch of warmth to this sweet and sour pickled carrot recipe. You can make these tasty pickled carrots with long, hand-cut spears, but to take a

shortcut, use a bag of baby carrots instead

shortcut, use a bag of baby carrots instead. 11/24 Refrigerator Jalapeno Dill Pickles 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings about 4 dozen pickle spears Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m passionate about making pickles. My husband is passionate about eating them. He’s too impatient to let them cure on the shelf, so I found this quick recipe to make him happy. Add hotter peppers if you like. —Annie Jensen, Roseau, Minnesota These quick pickled cucumbers have a mild kick of heat from sliced jalapenos, but if you want your pickles to

be scorching hot, use a spicier pepper instead

be scorching hot, use a spicier pepper instead. Check out our guide to peppers to help you pick the right one. 12/24 Pickled Mushrooms with Garlic Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 4-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m always asked to bring these tempting tidbits to holiday gatherings. Easy to make ahead and transport, they’re something to celebrate on a festive relish tray. —Joyce Anderson, Chico, California Making these garlic-infused pickled mushrooms could not be easier. All you need to do is pack mushrooms, onions and garlic into a jar with

a 3-ingredient brine, and do your best to wait patiently for the next 8 hours

a 3-ingredient brine, and do your best to wait patiently for the next 8 hours. 13/24 Pickled Carrots and Daikon Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is inspired by a pickle my family and I enjoyed at a local Asian restaurant. It is a delicious side to roasted meats as well as a tasty condiment on a burger or sandwich. You won’t miss the high fat dressing or mayonnaise. —Lisa Keys, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania Banh mi wraps and burgers just wouldn’t be the same without a heap

of pickled carrots and daikon on top

of pickled carrots and daikon on top. But don’t limit this delicious condiment to only banh mi! Use it as a topping for hot dogs or mix the pickles into your favorite coleslaw recipe. 14/24 Pickled Beets 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The pickled beets my mother made came from our garden and were canned for the winter months. Even as a child I loved beets because they brought so much color to our table. —Sara Lindler, Irmo, South Carolina Pickled beets can

Pickled beets are also a great addition to a charcuterie board

be enjoyed on their own as a cold side dish, or can be used as a substitute for cooked beets. Pickled beets are also a great addition to a charcuterie board. Pair them with sliced hard-boiled eggs for an easy lunch. 15/24 Pickled Green Beans with Smoked Salmon Dip Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings (2-1/3 cups dip) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this appetizer for my son, who’s big on delicious but healthy food. The lighter beans-and-dip combo has won over even finicky eaters. —Dinah Halterman,

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