Cheater Pickles

Transform your cucumbers into a tangy, flavor-packed snack in just minutes with these easy and irresistible "Cheater Pickles"! Perfect for busy pickle lovers, this no-cook recipe combines crisp cucumber slices with a zesty vinegar brine infused with garlic, fresh dill, black peppercorns, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a customizable kick. Ready to enjoy in as little as an hour, these quick pickles are ideal for sandwiches, charcuterie boards, or as a refreshing snack straight from the jar. With a simple prep time of just 10 minutes and no special equipment needed, this beginner-friendly recipe is the ultimate shortcut to homemade pickling.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup White vinegar
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 sprigs Fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into rounds or spears, depending on your preference.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved.

Step 3

In a clean glass jar or container, add the garlic cloves (smashed but unpeeled), fresh dill sprigs, and black peppercorns.

Step 4

Optional: Add red pepper flakes if you prefer a slightly spicy kick to your pickles.

Step 5

Tightly pack the cucumber slices or spears into the jar or container.

Step 6

Pour the vinegar solution over the cucumbers until they are fully submerged.

Step 7

Seal the jar with a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour for a quick pickle flavor. For best results, allow the pickles to sit for 24 hours.

Step 8

Enjoy your cheater pickles as a snack, on sandwiches, or as a tangy addition to salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(931.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	215.1

Total Fat 0.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7102.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.0g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 3.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 119.7mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 834.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.8%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 90.3%