LOW CALORIE MICROWAVE SWEET
PICKLES
 
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. turmeric
1/4 tsp. mustard seed
1/2 c. vinegar
20 packets EQUAL
2 cucumbers, unpeeled, thinly sliced
1 or 2 onions, thinly sliced

In small bowl or measuring pitcher, combine salt, turmeric, mustard seed, vinegar and Equal. Mix cucumbers and onions in microwave-safe bowl. Pour vinegar mixture over cucumbers and onions. Microwave uncovered, on high power 5 minutes. Stir well. Return to microwave 5 minutes more. Cool. Pour into quart jar and refrigerate. Pickles are ready to eat when thoroughly chilled. Store in refrigerator. Makes 1 quart containing about 97 calories.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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