Crisp, tangy, slightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing. It gets better every day it sits in the fridge!
Ingredients
- 4 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- ¾–1 cup sugar (adjust to taste—¾ cup for less sweet, 1 cup for classic)
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon celery seeds OR dill seeds (optional but highly recommended)
Instructions
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Prep the veggies:
Thinly slice the cucumbers and onion. Pack them evenly into two clean quart jars (or one large container). -
Make the brine:
In a saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black pepper, and any optional spices.
Heat over medium just until the sugar dissolves—do not boil. -
Pour the brine:
Carefully pour the warm brine over the cucumbers and onions until fully submerged. -
Cool & refrigerate:
Let the jars cool to room temperature.
Seal and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before eating.
Storage
⏳ Stays crisp and delicious in the fridge for up to 2 months.
✨ Flavor gets even better after the first few days.
