Quick Cucumber Pickles with Rye Bread and Cheese
Elevate your snack game with these Quick Cucumber Pickles with Rye Bread and Cheese, a delightful fusion of tangy, creamy, and earthy flavors that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for a quick lunch or appetizer, this recipe features crisp, homemade pickles infused with garlic, dill, and black peppercorns, all marinated in a vinegar brine for a bright, zesty kick. Paired with toasted rye bread slathered in butter and topped with slices of rich cheddar or gouda, this dish offers a satisfying balance of textures and flavors. Easy to prepare and packed with fresh ingredients, it’s the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet touch. Whether you’re entertaining or indulging solo, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 120 ml White vinegar
- 120 ml Water
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 2 sprigs Fresh dill
- 1 tsp Black peppercorns
- 4 slices Rye bread
- 100 g Cheese (cheddar or gouda)
- 2 tbsp Butter
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice thinly into rounds.
Step 2
Peel the garlic clove and lightly crush it with the side of a knife.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and black peppercorns. Heat over medium heat until the sugar and salt dissolve completely, then remove from heat.
Step 4
Add the cucumber slices, garlic clove, and fresh dill sprigs to a clean glass jar or bowl.
Step 5
Carefully pour the warm vinegar mixture over the cucumbers, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to develop flavor.
Step 6
While the pickles are marinating, toast the rye bread slices lightly and butter each one.
Step 7
Slice the cheese into thin pieces and arrange them on top of the buttered rye bread.
Step 8
Once the quick pickles are ready, drain off excess liquid and layer them on top of the cheese.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful combination of tangy, hearty, and creamy textures!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (931.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1139.9 |
| Total Fat 60.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 172.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3962.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 108.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.5g | |
| Protein 39.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 918.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1039.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories