Cucumber Apple Pickle

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Cucumber Apple Pickle
10 min.
2
145kcal

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Discover the perfect balance of sweetness and tang with our Cucumber Apple Pickle, a delightful side dish that will elevate your meals! This quick and easy recipe is not only incredibly refreshing, but it also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it a great addition to any table. With its vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free attributes, it's the ideal choice for family gatherings, picnics, or just a flavor-packed pairing for your main courses.

Imagine the crisp and crunchy texture of Japanese or Kirby cucumbers, harmonizing beautifully with the tartness of a Fuji or Granny Smith apple, all enhanced by the zesty kick of ginger. The marination process allows the ingredients to meld together, creating a vibrant dish that practically bursts with flavor. Best of all, this pickling recipe requires just 10 minutes of your time and minimal preparation. After a short wait, you'll have a delicious pickle that presents beautifully and is sure to impress your guests.

Perfect for adding a refreshing component to your plates, our Cucumber Apple Pickle can be enjoyed atop salads or served alongside grilled items, providing that necessary crunch and zing. Plus, with a low calorie count of just 145 kcal per serving, you can indulge without a hint of guilt. Dive into this tangy experience, and let your taste buds dance with joy!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cider vinegar (not seasoned)
  • 0.5 pound kirby cucumbers 
  • tablespoon matchsticks of ginger peeled very thin
  • 0.5  apples i use 2 granny smith apples 
  • 1.3 teaspoons sea salt fine
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • cups water 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Slice cucumbers crosswise 1/8 inch thick and toss with sea salt.
    2. Let stand 30 minutes, then rinse well and squeeze out excess liquid with your hands.
    3. Halve apple half lengthwise and cut out core. Slice crosswise 1/8 inch thick.
    4. Toss apple with cucumbers and remaining ingredients and marinate, chilled, turning occasionally, at least 1 day.
    5. Pickles keep, chilled, 3 days.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories145kcal
    Protein2.34%
    Fat2.26%
    Carbs95.4%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    86.05
    Glycemic Load
    19.59
    Inflammation Score
    -2
    Nutrition Score
    3.72521735663%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    0.71mg
    Peonidin
    0.01mg
    Catechin
    0.59mg
    Epigallocatechin
    0.12mg
    Epicatechin
    3.43mg
    Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
    0.09mg
    Luteolin
    0.05mg
    Kaempferol
    0.06mg
    Quercetin
    1.82mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:144.68kcal
    7.23%
    Fat:0.37g
    0.56%
    Saturated Fat:0.03g
    0.22%
    Carbohydrates:34.62g
    11.54%
    Net Carbohydrates:32.67g
    11.88%
    Sugar:31.47g
    34.96%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:1470.67mg
    63.94%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:0.85g
    1.7%
    Manganese:0.21mg
    10.53%
    Vitamin K:9.17µg
    8.73%
    Fiber:1.96g
    7.82%
    Copper:0.14mg
    7.23%
    Vitamin C:5.9mg
    7.15%
    Potassium:247.31mg
    7.07%
    Magnesium:21.78mg
    5.45%
    Folate:17.63µg
    4.41%
    Vitamin B6:0.08mg
    4.1%
    Phosphorus:33.2mg
    3.32%
    Vitamin B5:0.31mg
    3.07%
    Calcium:30.2mg
    3.02%
    Vitamin B1:0.04mg
    2.92%
    Vitamin B2:0.05mg
    2.71%
    Iron:0.43mg
    2.39%
    Vitamin A:106.22IU
    2.12%
    Zinc:0.27mg
    1.79%
    Source:Epicurious