Pickled Cucumber Onion & Bell Pepper Salad
š Ingredients For The Ultimate Pickled Jar
Gather these fresh ingredients and tools to assemble your salad:
The Fresh Veggies:
- 2 large English cucumbers (or 4 Persian cucumbers), sliced into uniform rounds š„
- 1 large Red onion, sliced into thin rings š§
- 2 medium Bell peppers (1 yellow and 1 orange or red for beautiful color contrast), sliced into thin strips š«
- 1-2 tbsp Fresh cilantro or parsley, finely chopped šæ
- (Optional) 1 small Red chili pepper, finely chopped for a spicy kick š¶ļø
The Tangy Quick-Pickle Brine:
- 1 cup White vinegar or apple cider vinegar š¾
- 1/2 cup Filtered water š§
- 2 tbsp Raw honey or granulated sugar šÆ
- 1 tsp Fine sea salt š§
- 1/2 tsp Ground black pepper or whole peppercorns šŖµ
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (optional, for extra warmth) š„
Tools Needed:
- 1 Large glass mason jar (approx. 32 oz / 1 Liter capacity) with a tight-fitting lid š«
- A sharp knife and cutting board šŖ
