Here is the complete, high-protein recipe for these High-Protein Homemade Pickled Cucumbers:
High-Protein Homemade Pickled Cucumbers
Prep time: 10 mins | Chill time: 2–4 hrs | Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 large English Cucumbers, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 small Orange or Red Bell Pepper, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic, smashed or sliced
- 2 scoops (20g) Unflavored Collagen Peptides or Bone Broth Powder
- 1 cup Apple Cider Vinegar (or White Vinegar)
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tbsp Sea Salt or Kosher Salt
- 1 tbsp Zero-Calorie Granulated Sweetener (like Monk Fruit)
- 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard Seeds
- 1 tsp Caraway Seeds or Cumin Seeds
- 2–3 sprigs Fresh Dill
Instructions
- Prep the Brine:In a small saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, salt, and sweetener. Heat over medium until the salt and sweetener dissolve completely. Remove from heat and let cool slightly for 3–5 minutes.
- Add the Protein Boost:Whisk the unflavored collagen peptides into the warm brine until fully dissolved and smooth.
- Pack the Jar:In a clean glass clamp jar or mason jar, layer the sliced cucumbers, diced bell peppers, smashed garlic cloves, fresh dill sprigs, mustard seeds, and caraway seeds.
- Pour & Seal:Pour the protein-infused brine over the vegetables, ensuring everything is completely submerged.
- Chill & Serve:Seal the jar tight and refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours (overnight yields the best flavor). Serve chilled as a crunchy, gut-healthy, high-protein snack!
Macros (Per Serving)
- Protein: ~18g
- Net Carbs: ~4g
- Fat: 0g
- Calories: ~85 kcal
