
Crunchy garlic dill refrigerator pickles
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
5 min
Total Time
24 hr 20 min
Servings
12
1 quart
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Crunchy garlic dill refrigerator pickles
Crispy, garlicky dill pickles with a perfect vinegar tang. These refrigerator pickles skip the canning process and are ready to eat in 24 hours.
15m
Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
1460m
Total Time
12
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
(Updated )
Refrigerator dill pickles give you all the flavor of traditional pickles without any canning equipment. A simple hot brine poured over fresh cucumbers and dill creates crunchy, flavorful pickles overnight.
Pack cucumber spears vertically into a clean quart jar along with garlic and dill.
Bring vinegar, water, salt, and 1/2 tsp black peppercorns to a boil, stirring until salt dissolves.
Pour the hot brine over the cucumbers, leaving 1/2-inch headspace.
Let cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate.
Wait at least 24 hours before eating. Full flavor develops in 3-5 days.
Serve with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal
Pair with your favorite grain or bread on the side
Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation
Smaller and stay crunchy
Less aromatic but still flavorful
Cut 1/16 inch off the blossom end of each cucumber to prevent soggy pickles.
Add a grape leaf or oak leaf to keep pickles extra crunchy (the tannins help).
Refrigerate for up to 2 months. The flavor deepens over time.
Serve cold. Not applicable for reheating.
Per serving (0mg) · 12 servings
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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