Don't want to wait? Learn how to make quick pickle recipes so you can dig in the very next day! You can pickle all kinds of food, including cucumbers, radishes, eggs and more.
24 Quick Pickle Recipes You Can Make Right Now
Updated on Apr. 26, 2024
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Pickled Red Onions
Total Time
10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone should have a jar of this pickled red onion recipe in their refrigerator at all times. I put them on everything and they keep for weeks, if they last that long. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Pickled red onions add incredible flavor, texture, and color to tacos, avocado toast, sandwiches and so much more. Best of all, this recipe for quick pickled red onions literally takes less than 2 minutes to prep, and the pickled onions are ready to eat in only 2 hours.
Regardless of what veggie you pickle, this pickling spice blend is sure to give them incredible flavor.
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Pickled Apples
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These easy pickled apples are perfect alongside a pork entree or salad, or with a charcuterie cheese board. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
These easy pickled apples are perfect alongside a pork entree or salad, or with a charcuterie cheese board. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
3/24
Quick Pickled Radishes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is the perfect addition to tacos, barbecue or just about any sandwich you can dream of. Each sliced radish is just a little bit sweet, slightly crunchy and has an amazing amount of zing. You're probably going to want to have a batch in your fridge at all times! —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
These sliced pickled radishes are just a little bit sweet, slightly crunchy and have an amazing amount of zing. Try them in green salads or on fried chicken sandwiches.
4/24
Easy Homemade Pickles
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband grows cucumbers, garlic and dill in the garden and eagerly waits for me to make these homemade pickles. The recipe comes from my grandmother.—Angela Lienhard, Blossburg, Pennsylvania
Once you realize how easy it is to make homemade pickles, you may never go back to store-bought! These pickles are infused with the classic flavors of fresh dill, garlic and pickling spice, but once you’ve got the technique down, you can play around with the flavorings and make the recipe your own.
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Pickled Jalapenos
Total Time
15 min
Servings
32 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I started canning Hungarian hot and mild peppers with my dad every year, but they are hard to find in California, so I now make pickled jalapenos instead. They stay crunchy, unlike the mushy kind you find at the store. —Lou Kostura, Belmont, California
If you like the taste of jalapenos but can’t handle the heat, try using pickled peppers in your recipes instead of fresh. spicy pickled jalapenos will be less spicy than fresh jalapenos because some of the oils from the peppers leach into the brine.
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Pickled Strawberries
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I developed a unique and healthy recipe to feature my most-loved spring and summer fruit. My favorite way to serve these strawberries is as an appetizer with cheese. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
That’s right—pickled strawberries. This recipe uses rice vinegar to add tartness, chili garlic sauce for a touch of heat and sesame oil for warmth. On top of that, orange zest, black sesame seeds and sliced green onions combine for a deeper, more complex flavor.
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Refrigerator Dill Pickles
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 100 pickle spears
From the Recipe Creator:
Easy and economical, refrigerator dill pickles are tangy, zesty and crispy. No one will believe you made them yourself! —Jake Haen, Ocala, Florida
Easy and economical, refrigerator dill pickles are tangy, zesty and crispy. No one will believe you made them yourself! —Jake Haen, Ocala, Florida
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Pickled Eggs
Total Time
10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Ever since I can remember, my mother served this pickled egg recipe at Easter. It was a tradition that my family expected. I made them for my granddaughter the last time she visited and they were all gone before she left. —Mary Banker, Fort Worth, Texas
If you’ve never had a pickled egg before, you’re in for a treat. Pickled eggs are great as a quick snack or party appetizer when served alongside a variety of toasts and crackers. You can also use them in your deviled eggs or egg salad recipes.
Pickled Green Tomatoes
You can do a lot more with green tomatoes than simply frying them. Pickled green tomatoes are fantastic on pastrami or corned beef sandwiches, skewered atop your Bloody Mary or eaten own their own!
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Pickled Carrots
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother is the only other person I've known to make this recipe. In fact, when I take it to a potluck or picnic, no one has ever heard of pickled carrots. But once they try them, they are hooked. —Robin Koble, Fairview, Pennsylvania
Cinnamon and clove add a touch of warmth to this sweet and sour pickled carrot recipe. You can make these tasty pickled carrots with long, hand-cut spears, but to take a shortcut, use a bag of baby carrots instead.
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Refrigerator Jalapeno Dill Pickles
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 4 dozen pickle spears
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m passionate about making pickles. My husband is passionate about eating them. He's too impatient to let them cure on the shelf, so I found this quick recipe to make him happy. Add hotter peppers if you like. —Annie Jensen, Roseau, Minnesota
These quick pickled cucumbers have a mild kick of heat from sliced jalapenos, but if you want your pickles to be scorching hot, use a spicier pepper instead. Check out our guide to peppers to help you pick the right one.
12/24
Pickled Mushrooms with Garlic
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always asked to bring these tempting tidbits to holiday gatherings. Easy to make ahead and transport, they're something to celebrate on a festive relish tray. —Joyce Anderson, Chico, California
Making these garlic-infused pickled mushrooms could not be easier. All you need to do is pack mushrooms, onions and garlic into a jar with a 3-ingredient brine, and do your best to wait patiently for the next 8 hours.
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Pickled Carrots and Daikon
Total Time
20 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is inspired by a pickle my family and I enjoyed at a local Asian restaurant. It is a delicious side to roasted meats as well as a tasty condiment on a burger or sandwich. You won't miss the high fat dressing or mayonnaise. —Lisa Keys, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania
Banh mi wraps and burgers just wouldn’t be the same without a heap of pickled carrots and daikon on top. But don’t limit this delicious condiment to only banh mi! Use it as a topping for hot dogs or mix the pickles into your favorite coleslaw recipe.
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Pickled Beets
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The pickled beets my mother made came from our garden and were canned for the winter months. Even as a child I loved beets because they brought so much color to our table. —Sara Lindler, Irmo, South Carolina
Pickled beets can be enjoyed on their own as a cold side dish, or can be used as a substitute for cooked beets. Pickled beets are also a great addition to a charcuterie board. Pair them with sliced hard-boiled eggs for an easy lunch.
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Pickled Green Beans with Smoked Salmon Dip
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings (2-1/3 cups dip)
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this appetizer for my son, who's big on delicious but healthy food. The lighter beans-and-dip combo has won over even finicky eaters. —Dinah Halterman, Harmony, North Carolina
Instead of munching on chips and dip, pack more veggies into your diet by trying pickled green beans instead! This smoked salmon dip is definitely delish, but for more ideas, check out our collection of dip recipes.
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Pickled Rainbow Chard
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pickling adds pop to fresh foods, especially Swiss chard stems. In this easy fridge method, sweet meets tart and it all balances out overnight. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Most Swiss chard recipes only call for you to use the leaves, but don’t throw the stems away. Pickle them instead with this quick and easy recipe, which comes together in minutes. It’s ready to eat after a single night in the fridge.
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Pickled Corn
Total Time
15 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When fresh corn is in season and you're overeating it straight off the cob, try making pickled corn instead! —Amanda Phillips, Portland, Oregon
Sweet corn season is short, so enjoy fresh sweet corn as many ways as you can before the window closes. This easy recipe is a great way to keep enjoying the flavor of summer corn well into the fall.
18/24
Pickled Bell Peppers
Total Time
20 min
Servings
16 servings (4 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
Well received at potlucks, these colorful sliced peppers add zest to the menu—and they're a smart way to use peppers from the garden. I also like to make them as a zippy side for lunch or dinner at home. —Heather Prendergast, Sundre, Alberta
You might not be able to actually pick a peck of pickled peppers, but you can easily pickle your own peck at home. You can use green, red, yellow or orange bell peppers in this recipe, or mix them up for a multicolored pickle jar.
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Pacific Northwest Pickled Shrimp
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This refreshing recipe is one of my husband's favorites. I like to serve the sweet-sour pickled shrimp when we're entertaining. People say it's addictive! —Kathy Wright, Highland, California
Pickling is good for much more than vegetables, and this pickled shrimp recipes proves it. Serve these zesty shrimp in a salad, as an appetizer or as a creative addition to your next charcuterie board.
20/24
Pickled Cabbage
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother picked up this pickled cabbage recipe in Pennsylvania, and as long as I can remember, there was always a "bucket" of slaw in the refrigerator. Now I have an old stoneware butter crock in my refrigerator filled with the same!
Pickled cabbage is a classic for a reason, and having a jar on hand is never a bad idea. This recipe calls for green cabbage but red cabbage works well, too.
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Spicy Pickled Grapes
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I love sweet and spicy flavors, so I created these pickled grapes. They are excellent as an appetizer, a sneaky addition to salads or a topper in your favorite Bloody Mary. —Carla Hinkle, Memphis, Tennessee
These spicy pickled grapes are unique enough to be exciting, but tasty enough to please even the pickiest of eaters. Try adding them to your next cheese board or as a garnish for classic cocktails like martinis.
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Khmer Pickled Vegetable Salad
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 servings (3/4 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I grew up as a missionary kid in Cambodia, and most of my favorite foods have a Southeast Asian background. Locals love eating this pickled salad for breakfast, but I like it as a side for lunch or dinner, especially with chicken satay. —Hannah Heavener, Belton, Texas
This pickled salad recipe is inspired by versions in Cambodia, where it’s usually eaten at breakfast. You can eat it any time of day as a main dish or a side—it goes especially well with chicken or shrimp satay.
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Refrigerator Pickles
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy refrigerator pickles recipe is a great way to use cucumbers and onions from the garden. Here in upstate New York, we have an abundance of cucumbers. —Catherine Seibold, Elma, New York
This easy refrigerator pickles recipe is a great way to use cucumbers and onions from the garden. Here in upstate New York, we have an abundance of cucumbers. —Catherine Seibold, Elma, New York
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Belarus Pickled Carrots
Total Time
15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom’s holiday buffet always included these pickled carrots. I kept the tradition going, then passed the recipe to my daughter. In our family, it isn't a party without this dish. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, GA
These caraway-flecked pickled carrots are a popular condiment in Belarus, and they couldn’t be easier to make! Put a bowl of them out on the table the next time you make a hearty Eastern European recipe for dinner.
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