Pickled Cherry Tomatoes Onion Cucumber (Printer-Friendly Version)

Crisp cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and onion in brine make a tangy, refreshing condiment or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 large cucumber, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Brine

04 - 1 cup distilled white vinegar
05 - 1 cup water
06 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
07 - 1 tablespoon kosher salt
08 - 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
09 - 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
10 - 2 cloves fresh garlic, smashed

→ Herbs (Optional)

11 - 1 small sprig fresh dill

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Wash cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion thoroughly under cold running water and pat completely dry. Halve cherry tomatoes, slice cucumber into 1/4-inch rounds, and cut red onion into thin half-moon slices.
02 - Thoroughly wash and rinse a quart-sized glass jar and lid with hot water. Allow to air-dry or dry with a clean towel.
03 - Carefully layer cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion in the clean jar, alternating for an appealing color pattern. Tuck in smashed garlic and a sprig of dill, if using.
04 - In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, kosher salt, mustard seeds, and black peppercorns. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar and salt dissolve completely.
05 - Remove brine from heat and let cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour the warm brine slowly over the vegetables, ensuring they are fully submerged. Press vegetables down gently if needed to eliminate air bubbles.
06 - Allow the filled jar to cool uncovered at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then seal tightly with the lid.
07 - Refrigerate jar for at least 4 hours before serving. For optimal flavor development, marinate overnight. Consume within 2 weeks for best quality.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Uniformly slice vegetables for consistent crunch and brine absorption.
02 - Ensure all vegetables remain fully submerged in brine to prevent spoilage.
03 - Dishes pair especially well as a bright contrast for grilled meats, on burgers, in salads, or as an appetizer.
04 - Always use clean utensils when removing pickles to maintain freshness.

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