Gherkin

Fermented And Pickled FoodCucumberTangySaltyCrispSweetVinegaryHerbal

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 12
Protein (g): 0.5
Fat (g): 0.2
Carbs (g): 2.4
Fiber (g): 1.1
Sodium (mg): 785

Values reflect brined cucumber pickles; sodium varies widely by style and brand. Sweet gherkins contain more sugars than dill types.

Storage

Room temp: up to 365 days
Refrigerated: up to 90 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Gherkin is a small pickled cucumber, typically 2–5 cm long. It has a crisp snap with a bright, briny bite, ranging from tart dill to sweeter styles, and is common in sandwiches, burgers, relishes, and charcuterie; jars are usually sold whole, sometimes coin-sliced or speared.\n\nCucumber pickling dates back to South Asia and the Middle East and spread across Europe; the cornichon style is closely tied to French charcuterie and Central European cuisines. Modern gherkins are preserved by vinegar brining or lacto-fermentation and then packed and pasteurized for shelf stability.