1 1/2lbscherry tomatoesif possible, try heirloom cherry tomatoes of different colors
5sage leaves
3dill twigs
3cilantro twigs
1dill umbrella
2clovesgarlic
1Tbspblack peppercorns
For the brine
2cupswater at room temperature
2tspsalt
1Tbspwhite vinegar
3tspwhite sugar
Instructions
Rinse the tomatoes and cut them in halves.
Place the dill umbrella on the bottom of a 1-quart mason jar. Add the tomatoes, placing the herbs, garlic, and peppercorns in between. Leave about a 1-inch headspace.
To prepare the pickling brine, combine the brine ingredients in a separate bowl and stir with a large spoon or a whisk until the salt and the sugar are fully dissolved. Set aside.
Top the jar with the pickling brine, leaving a 1/2" headspace. Close tightly with a lid.
Transfer to the fridge and refrigerate for a week before consuming. The tomatoes only improve with age and will stay fresh in the fridge for several weeks.