Quick Pickled Cucumbers

Top off BBQ bowls, poke bowls, or serve on the side.

Quick Pickled Cucumbers
Photo by Nathan Dumlao / Unsplash

Total Cook Time: 10 minutes

Main Ingredients/Notes/Suggestions:

  • 2 cucumbers
  • 2 cups water
  • 2/3 cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar, rice wine vinegar)
  • 1/2 cup green onion, diced (tips only)
  • 4 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp garlic cloves, minced (omit for LOW FODMAP, also jarred minced garlic is super handy)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Other Ingredient Options:

  • Red onion, sliced (or yellow/white, omit for LOW FODMAP)
  • Bell pepper, thinly sliced (any color)

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until ready to serve.
  2. Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for about 1 week.