Dill Pickles Recipe - Crunchy and Flavorful Preserves

Dill Pickles — a american recipe (preserve) with 7 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

60

Total Time (min)

4

servings

229

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Dill Pickles Recipe - Crunchy and Flavorful Preserves

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1 cup fresh dill
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon pickling salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the Brine

    In a saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, pickling salt, and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until the salt and sugar dissolve.

    Ensure the mixture is completely dissolved for best flavor.
  2. Sterilize Jars

    Sterilize your jars and lids by boiling them in water for 10 minutes. This helps preserve the pickles.

    Let jars cool before filling them.
  3. Pack Ingredients

    In each jar, add fresh dill, crushed garlic, and black peppercorns. Pack cucumbers tightly.

    Use small cucumbers for crunchier pickles.
  4. Add Brine

    Pour the hot brine over the packed cucumbers, leaving about half an inch of headspace at the top.

    Ensure cucumbers are fully submerged.
  5. Seal and Cool

    Seal the jars with lids and let them cool to room temperature before refrigerating.

    Let the pickles sit for at least 24 hours for best flavor.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Mediterranean, DASH. Diet: Low-Fat

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your american meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Coleslaw
🍽️French fries or baked potatoes
🍽️Corn on the cob

About This Dish

Dill Pickles Recipe - Crunchy and Flavorful Preserves is a beloved dish from American cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 60 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

American cuisine is a melting pot of flavors and traditions from around the world, shaped by the diverse cultures that make up the nation. From hearty comfort food to innovative modern dishes.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 7 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Homemade dill pickles can last for up to 2 months when refrigerated.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories50kcal
Total Fat0gg
Sodium500mgmg
Total Carbohydrates10gg
Dietary Fiber1gg
Total Sugars2gg
Protein1gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineAmerican