In case you don’t know how to use up extra veggies and fruits in your kitchen, pickling might be a great idea! This is a great way to preserve food and enjoy it all year long, so here are some veggies that you didn’t know you could pickle.
Watermelon Rind
Watermelon rind usually ends up in the trash, but this tough green outer layer of a watermelon is completely edible so why not put it to good use. Pickled watermelon rind can be a great appetizer or addition to any meal, plus it’s super healthy and packed with fiber.
Avocado
In case you have some underripe avocados in your kitchen that you don’t know how to use, pickling them would be a great idea. Avocado pickles can upgrade your favorite meals like sandwiches or tacos.
Shrimp
Pickled shrimp is a Southern specialty that you can easily make at home if you want to have a great appetizer on hand.
Cherry Tomatoes
Pickling cherry tomatoes is a great and easy way to enjoy these wonderful, flavorful veggies all year long. They can be a perfect topping for salads and pasta or you can even use them to garnish your martinis.
