Spicy Cucumber Quick Pickles

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/3 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon red curry paste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, julienne
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. In a colander, toss the cucumber slices with the salt. Let sit for 15-20 minutes. Squeeze the cucumebers gently to remove excess liquid.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, curry paste, and garlic. Add the cucumbers, carrots, and onions and toss to combine.
  3. Refrigerate the mixture, and let sit, tossing occasionally for at least 2 hours and up to 2-3 days. The mixture will keep refrigerated for up to 5 days - the flavor will continue to intensify as it sits. When ready to eat, add the cilantro and toss to combine.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

294 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.3g 25% DV
Total Fat 6g 8% DV
Carbs 54.1g 20% DV
Fiber 11g 39% DV
Sugar 14.2g 28% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 11655.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 2023.3mg 43% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 933.3mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 157.1mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 396.8mg 31% DV
Iron 12.8mg 71% DV

* % 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).

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