Russian Pickled Watermelon

Name: Russian Pickled Watermelon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon pickling spices; 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar; 8 garlic cloves, peeled & smashed; 5 celery ribs, coarsely chopped; 1/2 bunch dill, roots trimmed; 8 cups water; 2 lbs watermelon, rind left on & cut into 1-inch-thick wedges

Eats Now Editorial Team · 367 kcal · General

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Russian Pickled Watermelon – a delicious recipe with kosher salt, sugar, pickling spices, cayenne pepper, white vinegar, garlic. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon pickling spices
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
8 garlic cloves, peeled & smashed
5 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
1/2 bunch dill, roots trimmed
8 cups water
2 lbs watermelon, rind left on & cut into 1-inch-thick wedges

1
In a large nonreactive bowl or pot, stir together salt, sugar, pickling spices, cayenne, vinegar, garlic, celery, dill, and 8 cups water until salt and sugar dissolve.
2
Submerge the watermelon wedges.
3
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 week and up to 2 weeks before serving.

367

kcal

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup kosher salt, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon pickling spices, 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Russian Pickled Watermelon falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
367 kcal
Category
General

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