Rating: 5 stars
3 Ratings
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Easy Dill Pickle Spears rival the store-bought version not only for flavor and ease but they're lower in sodium. Don't worry—our Easy Dill Pickle Spears still register a briny kick but only comes in at 49g of sodium per spear.

Recipe by Cooking Light July 2013

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Credit: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Lindsey Lower

Recipe Summary

Yield:
Serves 24 (serving size: 1 spear)
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Combine water, vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, peppercorns, dill seed, mustard seeds, and garlic in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; stir. Quarter pickling cucumbers lengthwise, and place in a bowl or jar; add fresh dill. Top with hot vinegar mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

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Chef's Notes

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Nutrition Facts

5 calories; fat 0.1g; sodium 49mg.
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