Crisp Pickle Slices
Crisp Pickle Slices offer a tangy, crunchy treat with vibrant flavors of turmeric and mustard seed, perfect for adding zest to sandwiches or relish trays. This classic recipe yields bright, flavorful pickles suitable for those who enjoy homemade preserves and bold, savory bites.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers 1/8-inch thick without paring.
- Add sliced onions and salt to the cucumbers.
- Cover with cracked ice and mix thoroughly.
- Let stand for 3 hours, then drain thoroughly.
- Combine sugar, turmeric, celery seed, mustard seed, vinegar, and green food coloring in a pot and bring to a boil.
- Drop the drained cucumber slices into the boiling mixture.
- Cook until the slices become transparent.
- Seal the hot pickles in sterilized jars.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).