Quick and Easy Microwave Sweet and Tangy Pickles

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes
Yield: About 2 cups

Ingredients:

• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes

Instructions:

1. Combine Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine cucumber, onion, sugar, white vinegar, salt, celery seed, mustard seeds, garlic powder, and dried parsley flakes.

2. Microwave First Round: Microwave uncovered on high for 2 minutes.

3. Stir: Carefully stir the mixture.

4. Microwave Second Round: Microwave uncovered for another 2 minutes.

5. Final Cooking: Microwave covered for 3 minutes longer, or until the mixture is bubbly and the cucumber and onion are crisp-tender.

6. Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pickles for at least 3 hours.

7. Serve: Before serving, stir the pickles and use a slotted spoon to serve them.

Enjoy these quick and flavorful microwave pickles! Perfect for adding a homemade touch to your meals in no time.