Description
Experience a vibrant explosion of flavors with this Crunchy Pickled Salad! This delightful medley features crisp cucumbers, zesty bell peppers, and tangy onions, all bathed in a flavorful vinegar brine. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a refreshing side dish, this salad is not only easy to make but also a great way to add color and crunch to your meals. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (julienne)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp mustard seeds (optional)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables: Wash and slice cucumbers, julienne carrots, and chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- Create the brine: In a bowl, combine vinegar, water, salt, and sugar. Stir until dissolved.
- Add spices: Incorporate mustard seeds and red pepper flakes into the brine for extra flavor.
- Combine: Place all vegetables in a large glass jar or container and pour the brine over them until fully submerged.
- Seal and refrigerate: Tightly seal the jar and chill in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg