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Pickled Green Beans

Pickled beans
Ready In: 25 minutes
Serves: 12
Dairy-freeGluten-freeLow Added SugarVeganVegetarianLow Sodium

This is a delicious way to preserve fresh green beans! Serve in salads, as a snack or substitute for a pickle in your sandwich or burger.

What you'll need

Sharp knife
Jars with tight fitting lids
Medium saucepan
Large pot
Stovetop
Cutting board
Measuring cups
Ladle

Ingredients

Serves 12
1 pound Green Beans
1 1/4 cups White Vinegar distilled
1 cup Warm Water
2 tablespoons Salt
3 cloves Garlic
of Fresh Dill
of Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional

Video Directions

Directions

1.

Sterilize jars with rings and lids using boiling water.

2.

Trim grim beans.

3.

In your saucepan, stir together the vinegar, water and salt. Add garlic and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.

4.

Meanwhile, pack green beans, a sprig of dill, and pinch of red pepper flakes into jars.

5.

Ladle or pour the boiling brine into the jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the tops.

6.

Seal jars with lids and rings. Place in a hot water bath so they are covered by 1 inch of water. Simmer but do not boil for 10 minutes to process. Cool to room temperature.

7.

Test jars for a good seal by pressing on the center of the lid. It should not move. Refrigerate any jars that do not seal properly. Let pickles ferment for 2 to 3 weeks before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 0.50 cup

Serving Per Container 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 18
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1 g1%
Saturated Fat 1 g5%
Sodium 5 mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 3 g1%
Dietary Fiber 1.05 g4%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 1 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

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