15 Fast and flavorful refrigerator pickles for capturing summer in a jar

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Summer’s bounty doesn’t have to end when the season does, and what better way to preserve those fresh flavors than with quick, refrigerator pickles? From classic cucumber pickles to adventurous spicy green beans, these 15 fast and flavorful recipes are the perfect way to capture summer in a jar.

Top view of a jar of bread and butter pickles.
Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Dill Pickles

Jar of cucumber pickles with dill on a cutting board with a towel in the background.
Dill Pickles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Embrace the classic with these homemade Dill Pickles. Packed with fresh dill and a punchy brine, they’re refreshingly tangy and the perfect way to preserve your summer cucumbers.
Get the Recipe: Dill Pickles

Quick Pickled Green Beans

Holding a jar of pickled green beans with garlic and dill.
Quick Pickled Green Beans. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Add a tangy twist to your green beans with this Quick Pickled Green Beans recipe. They’re crunchy, zesty, and a fantastic way to enjoy this summer veggie even after the season ends.
Get the Recipe: Quick Pickled Green Beans

Pickled Jalapenos

Jar of pickled jalapenos on a cutting board with a pepper next to it.
4 Ingredient Guacamole. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Spice up your summer with these easy-to-make Pickled Jalapenos. They’re tangy, spicy, and the perfect way to add a kick to your favorite summer Tex-Mex dishes.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Jalapenos

Pickled Green Tomatoes

Jar of pickled green cherry tomatoes on a wooden cutting board with a
Pickled Green Tomatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Preserve unripe tomatoes and savor the taste of summer with these Pickled Green Tomatoes. They offer a unique, tart flavor that can jazz up your salads or sandwiches.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Green Tomatoes

Quick Pickled Beets

Top view of a jar of pickled beets on a wooden cutting board.
Pickled Beets. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Bright and flavorful, these Quick Pickled Beets are a colorful way to preserve your summer produce. They’re perfectly sweet and tangy, making them great as a side dish or a unique addition to your salads.
Get the Recipe: Quick Pickled Beets

Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

Top view of a jar of bread and butter pickles.
Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Sweet, tangy, and delightfully crisp, these Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles are a must-try. They’re a cinch to make and offer a delicious balance of flavors that makes them the idea way to enjoy cucumbers.
Get the Recipe: Refrigerator Bread and Butter Pickles

Pickled Red Onions

Jar of pickled onions on a cutting board with one onions on a fork.
Mexican Pickled Onions. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These Pickled Red Onions are tangy, slightly sweet, and beautifully vibrant. They’re an excellent accompaniment to grilled meats or tacos, adding a refreshing crunch.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Red Onions

Zucchini Pickles

Mason jar of zucchini pickles with the top off to show the zucchini.
Crunchy and Quick Zucchini Pickles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Change up your pickle game with these refreshing Zucchini Pickles. Crisp, tangy, and subtly sweet, they transform summer’s prolific vegetable into a snappy, versatile condiment you can enjoy for weeks.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Pickles

Pickled Chard Stems

Pickled Chard Stems. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Don’t throw away those chard stems! Turn them into tasty Pickled Chard Stems. They’re tangy, crisp, and a brilliant way to reduce food waste.
Get the Recipe: Pickled Chard Stems

Lime Pickled Radish

Lime Pickled Radish. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

For a unique, zesty treat, try these Lime Pickled Radishes. Their tart, citrusy flavor and crunchy texture make them a fun, fresh topping for tacos or salads.
Get the Recipe: Lime Pickled Radish

Garlic Dill Spears

Jar of dill pickle spears with an other jar in the background.
Garlic Dill Spears. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Need a quick garlic dlll spear pickle recipe? This one is fast, easy, and oh-so-delicious and the idea way to keep cucmbers into the fall season.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Dill Spears

Korean Pickled Radish

Korean Pickled Radish served in a bowl.
Korean Pickled Radish. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Enjoy crunchy Korean Pickled Radish flavored with beetroot for the best pickled appetizer. This pickled daikon goes perfectly with Korean fried chicken for a dinner extravaganza.
Get the Recipe: Korean Pickled Radish

Mixed Pickles

Side view of mixed pickles in a glass jar.
Mixed Pickles. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These quick mixed pickles take any vegetable that you have on hand and turn them into bright, acidic, slightly sweet pickles in just a few minutes! Perfect for preserving whatever veggies are left in your garden!
Get the Recipe: Mixed Pickles

Pickled Serrano Peppers

Pickled serrano peppers and garlic cloves in a glass jar.
Pickled Serrano Peppers. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These quick and easy Pickled Serrano Peppers are a bright, fresh, spicy way to add flavor to everything from sandwiches to salads to breakfast!
Get the Recipe: Pickled Serrano Peppers

Quick Pickled Shallots

Overhead shot of quick pickled shallots in a glass jar on a wooden cutting board.
Quick Pickled Shallots. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These quick pickled shallots are tangy, bright, and flavorful. They’re a delicious condiment perfect for cheese plates and charcuterie boards!
Get the Recipe: Quick Pickled Shallots

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