Description
Pickled celery is a vibrant and tangy addition to your meals, bringing a satisfying crunch that elevates salads, sandwiches, and snacks. This quick pickle recipe not only preserves the crispness of fresh celery but also infuses it with a zesty flavor profile thanks to a delightful blend of vinegars and spices. Perfect for meal prep or as a refreshing side dish at any gathering, pickled celery adds both taste and color to your culinary creations. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create this delicious treat that lasts for weeks in the fridge.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh celery (cut into sticks or diced)
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 cup water
- Whole black pepper
- Fennel seeds
- Fresno pepper (for added flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare mason jars by adding whole black pepper, fennel seeds, and chopped Fresno pepper at the bottom.
- Cut celery into sticks or dice as preferred.
- In a small saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, honey, and kosher salt; bring to a gentle boil until dissolved.
- Pour the hot brine over the cut celery until fully submerged.
- Allow jars to cool before sealing with lids and refrigerating.
- Let sit for at least 24 hours before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 31
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg