CUCUMBER
Cucumbers are easy to grow, and good for your health. They are high in nutrients like flavonoids that fight against inflammation in the body. The cucumber is believed to have originated from India, and began to be cultivated in France as early as the 9th century. Cucumbers contain mostly water making them great for hydration.
REFRIGERATOR PICKLED CUCUMBERS
Ingredients:
1-1/4 cups distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups cold water
2 lbs cucumbers
6 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved
2 teaspoons mustard seeds
½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes1
6 dill sprigs