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The image shows a top-down view of the jar of pickled celery on the countertop.

Pickled Celery Recipe

Tangy, slightly spicy pickled celery adds a refreshing crunch to salads or snacks. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for brightening up any dish.
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Course: Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Resting Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Calories: 12kcal
Author: Austin Carter
Servings: 8

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and Cutting Board
  • Wide-mouthed jar with a lid (at least 16 ounces)
  • Spoon for stirring

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups sliced celery - cut into ½-inch pieces diced
  • ½ cup white wine vinegar - can sub red wine or apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon whole peppercorns
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon roughly chopped fresh dill

Instructions

  • Slice celery into ½-inch pieces, dice, or cut into batons.
    The image shows a top-down view of celery being washed and sliced into ½-inch pieces on a cutting board. The sliced celery is neatly packed into a wide-mouthed 16-ounce jar, ready for pickling. The light highlights the fresh, crisp texture of the celery.
  • Pack the celery into a wide-mouthed jar.
  • In a saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, peppercorns, and red pepper flakes. Heat until dissolved.
    The image shows the Prepareration of garlic sauce.
  • Pour the brine over the celery in the jar.
  • Add chopped dill, and gently stir.
    The image shows a top-down view of the jar filled with celery on the countertop, with hot brine being poured over the celery. Fresh chopped dill is added, and a wooden spoon gently stirs the mixture, ensuring even distribution of dill and brine. The vibrant colors of the celery and dill stand out.
  • Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  • Seal the jar and refrigerate.
    The image shows a top-down view of the jar of pickled celery on the countertop, cooling to room temperature. The jar is sealed with a lid and is ready to be stored in the refrigerator. The light captures the crisp texture of the celery and the aromatic brine as they meld together.
  • Enjoy immediately or let it sit overnight for stronger flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 12kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 309mg | Potassium: 60mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 109IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg