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Pickled Celery (Quick and Spicy)

Quick and Spicy Pickled Celery for a Crunchy Snack Attack

This Quick and Spicy Pickled Celery recipe is a healthy, vegan-friendly snack that adds crunch and zing to your meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickling Brine
  • 1 cup white vinegar Swap with apple cider vinegar for a sweeter taste.
  • 1 cup purified water Use filtered water for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt Kosher salt or pickling salt works best.
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes Add for a spicy twist; adjust to your heat preference.
For the Celery
  • 4-5 stalks celery Opt for fresh, firm stalks for maximum texture.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Sealable jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Quick and Spicy Pickled Celery
  1. Wash the celery stalks under cool water and slice into uniform spears about 3-4 inches long.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine white vinegar, purified water, and kosher salt over medium heat. Stir until salt dissolves.
  3. Transfer the celery spears into a clean, sealable jar and pour the hot brine over them.
  4. Allow the jar to cool to room temperature for about 20-30 minutes, then seal and refrigerate.
  5. Let the pickled celery marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours for quick flavor infusion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy straight from the jar as a refreshing snack.

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