Description

Discover the crisp, tangy flavor of homemade Dilly Green Beans, perfect for summer preservation. This simple canning recipe delivers bright dill aroma and satisfying crunch in every bite. Ideal for snacking, charcuterie boards, or as a zesty side dish. Preserve the freshness of garden beans with this easy, authentic recipe.

Ingredients

Scale

2 pounds green beans
3 teaspoons dill seed
3 cloves peeled garlic (one clove per jar)
¼ cup pickling salt
2 cups white vinegar
2 cups water
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

Trim the ends off the green beans and pack them tightly into clean canning jars, leaving about ½ inch of headspace.
In a saucepan combine vinegar, water, pickling salt, dill seed, and red pepper flakes; bring to a boil.
Pour the hot brine over the beans, ensuring they are fully covered.
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Store in a cool dark place for at least one week before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of mustard seed or substitute apple cider vinegar for white. These beans keep for up to a year in the pantry, or 2 weeks refrigerated after opening. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: B
Method: Water Bath Canning
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
Calories: 35
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: green beans, dilly, pickles, canning, brine, summer