Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

garlicky dill pickles

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 3d
Cook Time: 10m
Total Time: 10m
Servings: 3
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (13 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

95
Calories
0.7g
Fat
22.9g
Carbohydrate
4.1g
Protein
0mg
Cholesterol
13mg
Sodium
Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

Recipe Description

This Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes recipe is a great one to try when you’re starting out with lacto-fermentation. Lacto-fermentation is a method by which vegetables are preserved through the process of fermentation using beneficial bacteria. This method is much less time-consuming than traditional canning methods. You don’t even have to sterilize the jar and lid – just make sure that you’ve run them through the dishwasher first.

Lacto-fermentation was a very popular way to preserve food in the past. When we lost touch with the technique, we also lost touch with the multiple health benefits it brought. The pickles that result from this recipe taste absolutely delicious and they are full of beneficial bacteria and enzymes too. So if you are looking to improve your gut health, this recipe is a winner!

To make my version of Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Prepare the cucumbers

    2 min
    Step 1 - Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

    Wash the cucumbers and trim the very ends. Slice them lengthwise.

  2. 2

    Place the veggies in a jar

    2 min
    Step 2 - Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

    Arrange the cucumbers and garlic scapes with the dill in a 1 pint jar wide-mouth mason jars with a metal lid.

  3. 3

    Add salted water

    1 min
    Step 3 - Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

    In a small jug or bowl, mix the salt and water together. Pour the mixture into the jar.

  4. 4

    Top up with water

    1 min
    Step 4 - Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

    Top up the jar with water so that the cucumbers and garlic scapes are completely covered and the liquid is about 1 inch below the top of the jar.

  5. 5

    Store

    3d min
    Step 5 - Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

    Screw the top on the jar tightly and allow the lacto-fermented pickles a minimum of three days to rest at room temperature.

  6. 6

    Open

    Step 6 - Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

    When you open the jar the liquid inside should be pretty fizzy. This means that the lacto-fermentation process was successful.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes

    I eat these straight from the jar, but you can serve them in salads or sandwiches!

This Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes recipe is a simple and healthy way to make dill pickles. Try it out soon and come back to leave a comment letting me know what you think.

About the author

Dasha Vakulova

Dasha is an enthusiastic and cheerful mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Dasha is going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (13 reviews)
Nathan
February 12, 2025
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Awesome!

Quintino Rossi
February 2, 2025
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I tried the Lacto-Fermented Pickles with Garlic Scapes, and it was a superb experience. I remember making pickles with my mom as a kid. This recipe brought back those good times with its simple steps and great taste.

Mike
October 17, 2024
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Simple and tasty!

Hannah
October 16, 2024
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Amazing! I made these pickles with my kids last weekend, and they couldn’t stop munching on them. It’s so simple and such a fun way to spend time together. Plus, we love the garlic flavor! Highly recommend for anyone looking to try fermentation.

Wanda Smith
October 25, 2023
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Easy, delicious pickles.

Tommy
October 10, 2023
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Delicious!

Quentin Riley
October 10, 2023
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Amazing!

Diane
October 5, 2023
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I made these pickles with my kids, and they loved it. So easy and tasty.

David
March 29, 2023
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Really enjoyed making these pickles with my kids. They loved helping out and were so excited to taste them after. The flavors are refreshing, and it was super easy to do. A fun weekend project that turned into a delicious treat. Will definitely make again

Maddy
May 2, 2021
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Yummy crispy pickles!

Verónica Wills
November 2, 2019
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Me encantó la receta de pepinillos fermentados. Nunca había probado la fermentación y fue tan fácil! Preparé estos para una cena con amigos y todos los disfrutaron. ¡Definitivamente, haré más en el futuro!

Sunny
June 17, 2019
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Delicious! I made these pickles when my husband and I had a picnic. The taste brought back memories of my grandma's kitchen. The garlic scapes added a nice twist, and we finished the jar in one sitting. Easy to make and so satisfying.

Athina
June 8, 2019
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Thanks for sharing this recipe! Well done!

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