Easy Dill Pickle Spears

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Easy Dill Pickle Spears
45 min.
24
15kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful addition to your appetizers or snack table, look no further than these Easy Dill Pickle Spears! Bursting with vibrant flavors and the perfect amount of crunch, these pickles are a fantastic way to add a zing to your meals. They are not only vegetarian and vegan-friendly but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making them suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences.

This simple recipe combines fresh dill, zesty garlic, and a medley of spices like mustard seeds and black peppercorns to create a brine that takes these pickles to the next level. The joy of making your own dill pickles not only stems from their amazing taste but also from the satisfaction of crafting a beloved snack from scratch. With just a few simple steps and minimal time investment, you can create a batch of fresh pickle spears that will impress your family and friends.

The best part? They only need to chill overnight, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy them as a refreshing antipasto item, a crunchy starter, or a quick snack whenever the craving strikes. With only 15 calories per serving, these dill pickle spears are a guilt-free treat that everyone will love. So, grab your pickling cucumbers and let’s get started making this zesty delight!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon peppercorns black
  • teaspoon dill seed 
  • 0.8 ounce optional: dill fresh
  •  garlic clove thinly sliced
  • 1.3 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • teaspoon mustard seeds 
  •  cucumber 
  • 1.5 teaspoons sugar 
  • cups water 
  • 1.5 cups citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Combine water, vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, peppercorns, dill seed, mustard seeds, and garlic in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; stir. Quarter pickling cucumbers lengthwise, and place in a bowl or jar; add fresh dill. Top with hot vinegar mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts

Calories15kcal
Protein17.17%
Fat13.21%
Carbs69.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.75
Glycemic Load
0.41
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.0786956542212%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.39mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.5mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:15.29kcal
0.76%
Fat:0.2g
0.3%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.1%
Carbohydrates:2.34g
0.78%
Net Carbohydrates:1.7g
0.62%
Sugar:1.3g
1.44%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:125.5mg
5.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.58g
1.15%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.48%
Vitamin K:5.72µg
5.44%
Vitamin C:3.41mg
4.13%
Potassium:120.8mg
3.45%
Copper:0.06mg
3.24%
Folate:12.09µg
3.02%
Magnesium:11.41mg
2.85%
Fiber:0.63g
2.54%
Vitamin A:123.51IU
2.47%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.37%
Phosphorus:19.86mg
1.99%
Iron:0.34mg
1.91%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.9%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.76%
Calcium:17.28mg
1.73%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.35%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.08%
Source:My Recipes