Green Tomato Pickles

Transform your end-of-season garden haul into a tangy treat with this Green Tomato Pickles recipe! Perfectly spiced with mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric, these pickles deliver a zesty crunch in every bite. Thinly sliced green tomatoes and onions are salted to remove excess moisture, then simmered in a vibrant brine of white vinegar, sugar, garlic, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Whether you're canning for long-term storage or making a batch to enjoy immediately, these pickles are a versatile addition to burgers, sandwiches, or even charcuterie boards. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is a must-have for preserving the fresh flavors of summer and fall!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups Green tomatoes
• 1 large, sliced Yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons Salt
• 3 cups White vinegar
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Mustard seeds
• 1 tablespoon Celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into 1/4-inch thick slices. Peel and slice the onion into thin rings.

Step 2

In a large bowl, layer the sliced tomatoes and onions, sprinkling the salt over each layer. Let this sit for 2 hours to draw out excess moisture.

Step 3

After 2 hours, drain the liquid from the tomato and onion mixture, and rinse briefly to remove excess salt. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large pot, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric powder, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 5

Once the brine comes to a boil, add the drained tomatoes and onions to the pot. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Using sterilized jars, pack the hot tomato and onion mixture tightly into the jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.

Step 7

Pour the hot brine over the mixture, ensuring that the tomatoes and onions are fully submerged. Leave 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of the jar.

Step 8

Seal the jars with sterilized lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes if you plan to store them long-term. For immediate use, allow the jars to cool to room temperature and store in the refrigerator.

Step 9

For best flavor, let the pickles sit for at least 1 week before opening. Serve as a tangy accompaniment to sandwiches, burgers, or charcuterie boards.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3470.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2248.7

Total Fat 9.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 14501.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 525.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.9g	0%
Total Sugars 481.7g
Protein 29.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 541.4mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 4992.0mg	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: 3.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 91.2%