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Easy Homemade Dill Pickles (Refrigerator Dill Pickles)
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Easy Homemade Dill Pickles (Refrigerator Dill Pickles)

These Easy Homemade Dill Pickles are crisp, crunchy, tangy, and packed with fresh dill and garlic flavor. This simple refrigerator dill pickle recipe requires no canning and is ready with just 15 minutes of prep, making it the perfect homemade condiment for burgers, sandwiches, salads, and snacking.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Chill Time1 day
Total Time1 day 20 minutes
Course: Condiment, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Dill Pickle Recipe, Easy Pickles Recipe, Garlic Dill Pickles, Homemade Dill Pickles, homemade pickles, No Canning Pickles, Pickled Cucumbers, Refrigerator Dill Pickles
Servings: 16
Calories: 15kcal

Ingredients

  • Pickles
  • 2 pounds pickling cucumbers
  • 4 garlic cloves smashed
  • 6 –8 fresh dill sprigs
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon coriander seeds optional
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Brine
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups distilled white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar optional

Instructions

  • Wash the cucumbers well. Trim the blossom ends and cut into spears, chips, or leave whole if small.
  • Divide the garlic, dill, peppercorns, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, and red pepper flakes evenly between two clean mason jars. Pack the cucumbers tightly into the jars.
  • In a saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, kosher salt, and sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the salt dissolves completely.
  • Carefully pour the hot brine over the cucumbers until fully submerged. Remove any air bubbles by gently tapping the jars.
  • Let the jars cool to room temperature, then seal with lids.
  • Refrigerate for at least 24 hours, preferably 48 hours, before serving for the best flavor and crunch.

Notes

  • Fresh pickling cucumbers produce the crispiest pickles.
  • Trim the blossom end to help maintain crunch.
  • Fresh dill gives the best flavor.
  • Keep cucumbers fully submerged in the brine.
  • Refrigerate for 48 hours for maximum flavor.
  • For spicy dill pickles, add sliced jalapeños or extra red pepper flakes.
  • Always use clean utensils when removing pickles from the jar.
  • Easy refrigerator dill pickles with no canning required.
  • Perfect for burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and charcuterie boards.
  • Best after chilling for 24–48 hours.
  • Keeps fresh in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • Made with fresh cucumbers, garlic, dill, and a simple vinegar brine for crisp, flavorful homemade pickles.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 15 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Potassium: 110mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 2% DV
  • Vitamin C: 6% DV
  • Calcium: 2% DV
  • Iron: 2% DV