Description

Quick Pickled Green Beans are a tangy and crisp snack or condiment, perfect for adding a burst of flavor to charcuterie boards, salads, or cocktails. This easy refrigerator pickle recipe uses fresh green beans blanched briefly, then marinated in a zesty brine made with vinegar, garlic, and spices. Ready to enjoy within hours and best after a day of chilling, these pickled beans bring a vibrant crunch to your table with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Green Beans

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

Pickling Brine

1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Seasonings and Herbs

2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
3–4 sprigs fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill

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Instructions

Blanch the green beans: Boil salted water in a pot. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for 1–2 minutes until they turn bright green and slightly tender. Immediately transfer the beans to an ice bath to halt cooking and preserve crispness. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the brine: In a medium saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, kosher salt, and granulated sugar. Place over medium heat and stir until the salt and sugar have fully dissolved and the mixture starts to simmer. Remove from heat.
Assemble the jar: Using a clean quart-sized jar (or two pint jars), place the blanched green beans upright inside. Add smashed garlic cloves, red pepper flakes if using, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, and fresh or dried dill, layering them evenly among the beans.
Add the brine: Carefully pour the warm brine over the packed green beans, ensuring all beans are completely submerged. Allow the jar to cool to room temperature before sealing tightly with the jar lid.
Chill and pickle: Place the sealed jar in the refrigerator. The green beans will be lightly pickled and ready to enjoy after 2 hours, but flavors develop best after 24 hours. Keep refrigerated and consume within two weeks for optimal freshness and taste.

Notes

Use yellow wax beans or a colorful mix of beans for visual variety.
These pickled green beans make an excellent crisp snack, or a flavorful addition to charcuterie boards, salads, and Bloody Mary cocktails.
Adjust red pepper flakes to control the spice level to your preference.
Ensure beans are fully submerged to avoid spoilage.
Consume within two weeks for best quality and safety.