Homemade Refrigerator Pickles

Recipe View Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace. (5 minutes)

Recipe View In a medium saucepan, combine the distilled white vinegar, granulated sugar, and kosher salt. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Allow to boil for approximately 10 minutes, creating a clear brine. (12 minutes)

Recipe View In a large glass bowl, gently combine the sliced cucumbers, sweet onions, and green bell peppers. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Carefully pour the hot brine over the vegetables, ensuring they are evenly coated. Toss gently to combine. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Transfer the vegetable mixture and brine into clean jars. Pack the vegetables tightly, but leave about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top of each jar. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Allow the pickles to cool to room temperature before sealing the jars with lids. (60 minutes)

Recipe View Refrigerate for at least 24 hours, but ideally 1 to 4 days, to allow the flavors to meld and the pickles to fully develop their crisp texture. (24-96 hours)