Neon Night pickles fruits (Print View)

Colorful pickled vegetables, beet-dyed eggs, and fresh fruits arranged on a dramatic black board.

# Components:

→ Pickles

01 - 1 cup mini cucumbers, sliced
02 - 1 cup rainbow carrots, sliced on the bias
03 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
04 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
05 - 1 cup white vinegar
06 - 1 cup water
07 - 2 tablespoons sugar
08 - 1 tablespoon kosher salt
09 - 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
10 - 1 teaspoon peppercorns

→ Beet-Dyed Eggs

11 - 6 large eggs
12 - 1 medium cooked beet, peeled and sliced
13 - 1 cup apple cider vinegar
14 - 1 cup water
15 - 1 tablespoon sugar
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Fruits

17 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
18 - 1 cup fresh blackberries
19 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
20 - 1 cup mango, peeled and sliced
21 - 1 cup dragon fruit, cubed

→ Garnishes

22 - Microgreens or edible flowers
23 - Flaky sea salt

# Directions:

01 - In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, kosher salt, mustard seeds, and peppercorns. Heat until sugar and salt dissolve, then remove from heat.
02 - Place sliced cucumbers, rainbow carrots, radishes, and red onion in a heatproof container. Pour hot pickling liquid over the vegetables. Allow to cool and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for optimal flavor.
03 - Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Simmer for 8 to 9 minutes. Transfer eggs to ice water, then peel carefully.
04 - In a jar, combine sliced cooked beet, apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Add peeled eggs and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until eggs have absorbed the desired color.
05 - Arrange pickled vegetables, halved or sliced beet-dyed eggs, and fresh fruits on a large black serving board.
06 - Top with microgreens or edible flowers and sprinkle flaky sea salt over the arrangement. Serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks dramatically impressive but comes together in under an hour of active work.
  • Every bite tastes different, mixing bright vinegar, earthy beets, and natural fruit sweetness in ways that feel unexpected.
  • You can prep almost everything ahead, making it perfect for entertaining without last-minute stress.
02 -
  • If your beet eggs aren't turning color, check that the beet slices are actually in the jar touching the eggs; they do all the work.
  • Never skip the ice water shock on the eggs—it's the difference between rubbery whites and tender ones that peel without fighting.
03 -
  • Slice everything with a sharp knife and steady hand—those clean cuts are what make this look like someone knew what they were doing.
  • Taste your pickling brine before you pour it; if it needs more salt or vinegar, fix it now because the vegetables can't adjust once they're in the jar.
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