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pink round plate with creamy white dip topped with a nut and spice seasoning and cherries

Sweet-Tart Pickled Cherries Recipe

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Total Time 16 minutes
Yield 4 servings (¾ cup)
Category Sauce
Cuisine American

Description

Pickled fruit is a great way to add a sweet-tangy flare to all kinds of dishes. Serve these pickled cherries on salads, creamy dips, roasted meats, vegetables and more.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Morton kosher salt
  • 5 turns of cracked black pepper
  • ½ cup sweetened dried cherries

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook 1 minute; remove from heat and let steep 15 minutes. Use as desired, or transfer to a glass container and let cool completely before covering tightly with a lid.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Salt: if you’re using Diamond Crystal kosher salt, use 1 teaspoon.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 35kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 194mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7g
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