Sweet and Sour Cucumber and Red Onion Pickles

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Sweet and Sour Cucumber and Red Onion Pickles
20 min.
20
27kcal

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Are you looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish to elevate your next gathering? Look no further than these Sweet and Sour Cucumber and Red Onion Pickles! Perfect for any occasion, this delightful recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fits seamlessly into a variety of dietary preferences. Whether you're serving vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free guests, these pickles are an ideal addition to your antipasti platter or as a zesty starter.

With the crispness of Persian or English cucumbers and the sharp tang of red onions, these pickles bring a burst of flavor that dances on your palate. The bright notes of champagne vinegar, coupled with the warmth of freshly ground coriander seeds and the aromatic hint of lemongrass, create a balanced sweet and sour experience that is truly irresistible.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 20 people, making it a perfect snack or appetizer for larger gatherings. Imagine serving these chilled pickles at your next barbecue, picnic, or casual dinner party – they’re sure to impress and delight your guests. Plus, with only 27 calories per serving, you can indulge without any guilt. So, grab your mandoline and a few simple ingredients, and let’s get started on crafting this easy and delicious treat!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup champagne vinegar 
  • teaspoon ground coriander freshly ground
  • stalk lemon grass fresh
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • pound cucumber english ends trimmed
  • 0.5 medium onion red halved lengthwise
  • teaspoons sea salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • knife
  • whisk
  • mandoline
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Slice cucumbers and onion very thinly on a mandoline or with a knife; rinse onion and drain. Put both in a medium bowl. Peel tough outer layers from lemongrass and smash core with a meat mallet or back of a small heavy saucepan until flattened. Mince core and add to bowl.
  2. Whisk sugar, salt, coriander, pepper, and vinegar together.
  3. Pour over cucumber mixture and chill at least 1 hour, stirring gently a couple of times.
  4. Serve cold. Keeps, chilled, up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts

Calories27kcal
Protein3.12%
Fat2.2%
Carbs94.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.45
Glycemic Load
3.55
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.83521739442063%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:26.53kcal
1.33%
Fat:0.07g
0.1%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.07%
Carbohydrates:6.34g
2.11%
Net Carbohydrates:6.13g
2.23%
Sugar:5.49g
6.09%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:233.96mg
10.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.21g
0.42%
Vitamin K:3.75µg
3.57%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.45%
Potassium:47.85mg
1.37%
Vitamin C:0.92mg
1.12%
Magnesium:4.39mg
1.1%
Iron:0.19mg
1.07%
Source:My Recipes