Don’t toss that pickle jar!
Make a fresh and tasty cucumber salad with the leftover brine.
This might be the easiestcucumber saladyou’ll ever make.
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Instead of fussing with a complicated dressing, leftoverpickle brinepacks in so much flavor with minimal effort.
The result is a zingy, crunchy salad.
This method not only offers easy storage and convenience, but also makes for an eye-catching presentation.
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With minimal effort, a salad in a pickle jar is a delicious and practical choice for busy days.
The cucumbers will begin to soften over time, but the salad will still be delicious.
Pair with classic sides likeroasted potatoes,potato salad, rice pilaf, orgarlic breadto round out the meal.
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jar)
1/4cuptap water
1 1/2tsp.granulated sugar
1/4tsp.black pepper
1medium(10 oz.
)cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced into half-moons (about 2 cups)
1cup(5 oz.
)cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/2cupsliced red onion(from 1 small [6 oz.]
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onion)
1/3cupsliced celery(from 1 medium [1 oz.]
Seal jar and shake until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute.
Seal jar and shake until brine evenly coats vegetables.
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Serve:
Transfer salad to a bowl and serve with a slotted spoon or tongs.
Frequently Asked Questions
While it can be left out, sugar adds balance to the brine.
Feel free to substitute with agave, or other sweeteners as preferred.
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Any throw in of cucumbers will work nicely, including Persian, English, or standard slicing varieties.
