12 best pickled tomatoes

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Tomato is a popular crop that, along with potatoes and cucumber, tops the list of most commonly eaten vegetables. It is versatile. Canned and fresh salads, juice, sauces, ketchups are made from the fruits, they are pickled, dried, dried, frozen, salted in barrels and rolled into jars. Today, there are several thousand varieties of tomatoes. Each is used for its intended purpose. Some are eaten fresh, others are used for canning and salting.

Many people plant these types of tomatoes separately so that they do not accidentally pluck a vegetable from the garden, intended for harvesting for the winter. Often, all efforts and efforts lead to clouding of the brine and the explosion of cans. This can happen not only with beginners, but also with experienced summer residents. For the result to really please you, you need to choose the right variety. Certain requirements are imposed on vegetables for pickling. The fruits should be medium-sized so that they can easily pass through the neck of the jar. They should have a dense skin, maximum resistance to pathogenic microbes and a high sugar content. If the amount of carbohydrates is insufficient, the vegetables become moldy.

So that the work is not in vain, and households and guests enjoy delicious preservation all winter, our experts have compiled a rating of the best tomatoes for pickling, which have optimal characteristics that ensure long-term storage and aromatic taste. The selection took into account the feedback of experienced private and professional vegetable growers.

Rating of the best varieties of tomatoes for pickling

Nomination	a place	grade	rating
The best varieties of tomatoes for pickling greenhouse cultivation	1	De Barao Red	5.0
	2	Scarlet candles	4.9
	3	Wonder of the world	4.8
	4	Lady fingers	4.7
The best varieties of tomatoes for salting open ground	1	Cadet	5.0
	2	Moscow delicacy	4.9
	3	Apple tree of Russia	4.8
	4	Watercolor	4.7
The best universal varieties of tomatoes for pickling	1	Rio grande	5.0
	2	Little Red Riding Hood	4.9
	3	Pickled delicacy	4.8
	4	Sanka	4.7

The best varieties of tomatoes for pickling greenhouse cultivation

De Barao Red

Rating: 5.0

The first in this category is a variety that has several 'brothers', similar in characteristics, but differing in color. 'De Barao Red' is the most popular member of this family. It is widely used by summer residents of all regions of Russia. Tomatoes are smooth, smooth, of the same shape and weight. The mass of one tomato varies from 70 to 90 g. The bush grows up to 2 m. Up to 7.5 kg of vegetables are collected from each tomato.

Tomatoes are equally well suited for pickling in barrels and for canning. Due to the high sugar content, mold does not form. The dense skin does not burst, the pulp retains its aroma and taste with any kind of processing. The variety is resistant to all typical diseases. It perfectly tolerates drought, low temperatures, does not require frequent feeding. Keeping quality and transportability indicators are high. Tomatoes are used in industry for the production of tomato paste, ketchup, conservation.

According to reviews, a universal variety combines the best characteristics, because of which it is chosen by most vegetable growers in the country. The harmonious combination of sugar content and acidity allows you to eat fresh tomatoes.

Advantages

• smooth, attractive tomatoes;
• friendly fruiting;
• unpretentiousness;
• balanced taste;
• universal application.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Scarlet candles

Rating: 4.9

The second place in the rating goes to the variety, a distinctive feature of which is the shape of ripe fruits. They are narrow, strongly elongated, and resemble burning candles. Dense tomatoes reach a weight of 60-100 g. Taste qualities are assessed as 'excellent', therefore they are used both for winter harvesting and fresh. The flesh is firm, with little spread of seeds. The skin is smooth, does not burst when overripe and after pouring with hot marinade. The advantage is that regardless of the weather conditions and the quality of the soil, the plant gives a bountiful harvest.

The bushes are tall, reaching 2 m. From 1 sq. m is collected 15 kg of vegetables. The variety is highly resistant to disease. The taste is bright, pronounced. The aroma is tomato, intense. Ripe vegetables are stored for a long time, they can be transported at any distance.

Summer residents noted that tomatoes, due to their dense pulp, are suitable for freezing, drying, drying, processing into juice. For its versatility, many gave the variety the highest score.

Advantages

• attractive unusual shape;
• sweetish aromatic taste;
• tying under any conditions;
• long fruiting period;
• disease resistance.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Wonder of the world

Rating: 4.8

Rating bronze – for a variety that will decorate the site and draw attention to bright winter preparations. It is the result of long-term selection and today pleases summer residents in all regions of the country. The peculiarity of the Wonder of the World is its bright yellow color. The bush reaches 2 m in height. From each formed brush grows up to 25 strong fruits weighing 60-80 g. In appearance, tomatoes resemble a lemon. Tomatoes are high in sugar and vitamins.

The taste is sweet, without sourness. Tomatoes are actively used for canning, as they are well preserved after heat treatment, do not soften, do not burst. Fresh, they are also delicious, creating a festive mood even when preparing the simplest dishes. The yield indicators are high. One plant stably yields 12 kg of fruits, but there are cases when the figure was 18-20 kg.

According to reviews, this is one of the best yellow varieties for pickling, which, in addition to a rich 'sunny' shade, has undeniable advantages over analogues. Freshness lasts for a long time. The transportation of the fruits is calm. Even with long-term transportation, the presentation remains unchanged.

Advantages

• original appearance;
• high sugar content;
• immunity to bacteria and viruses;
• not picky about care;
• consistently high fruiting.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Lady fingers

Rating: 4.7

Favorite by many summer residents, the variety occupies a worthy fourth line in the ranking. It got its name from the elongated, elongated shape, reminiscent of miniature ladies' fingers. Tomatoes ripen 100 days after germination. They are bright red, can be either smooth or slightly ribbed. The weight of a vegetable does not exceed 70 g. In greenhouses, the bush grows up to 1.2 m. 5-6 tomatoes are formed in each cluster.

Good taste. The pulp is fleshy, sweetish, with a small content of seeds. Tomatoes are used for all types of processing, although they are good fresh. When salted, the tomatoes do not become moldy, when poured with boiled brine, they do not crack, the pulp and skin remain dense. Keeping quality is long-lasting. When transported, the fruits feel great.

The culture responds well to drought, waterlogging, lower temperatures. She has immunity to all typical diseases and pests. The gardeners noted that this is the best variety for whole-fruit canning, which not only has excellent taste, but also an attractive appearance. It does not need intensive care, it bears fruit abundantly and for a long time.

Advantages

• interesting appearance;
• yield – up to 10 kg per bush;
• high commercial qualities;
• excellent keeping quality and transportability;
• versatility of use.

disadvantages

• not detected.

The best varieties of tomatoes for salting open ground

Cadet

Rating: 5.0

The pride of Russian breeders is in first place in this rating category. The stunted plant reaches 50 centimeters in height. The fruits are compactly located on it. The plant is powerful and sturdy, therefore it does not bend and does not require a garter, even with abundant amicable ripening. From 1 sq. m, 4 kg of tomatoes are steadily harvested, although according to the reviews of vegetable growers, this indicator changes significantly in a favorable climate.

The variety is unpretentious, does not need additional measures in addition to standard care. Oblong tomatoes, bright red, have a small mass (60 g). The skin is very firm, not prone to cracking. When pouring with hot marinade and when salting, the density is preserved. The variety is loved by many for its sweetish taste and unusually rich aroma. It is also used fresh, as it shows the best characteristics here too.

The culture is resistant to pests and diseases, tolerates drought well, and yields in shady places. It has a high keeping quality and transportability. According to reviews, this is an ideal universal variety that allows housewives to use it for cooking any dishes. Miniature even fruits look very attractive in banks.

Advantages

• minimal care;
• attractive identical fruits;
• good density for salting;
• resistance to the vagaries of the weather;
• persistent tomato aroma.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Moscow delicacy

Rating: 4.9

The second place in the rating is occupied by a variety that is in demand among many private gardeners. It is chosen for its excellent taste, high characteristics for pickling and canning, and attractive fruit shape. The plant is powerful, strong, it can reach 1.8 m in height. The yield is up to 6 kg per 1 sq. m. Tomato pepper-shaped. When ripe, it turns bright red. The weight of 1 tomato varies from 80 to 150 g.

The variety is suitable for all types of culinary processing. When salted, dense skin does not crack. In the salad, the tomato gives off its aroma and sweetish taste. It is also used to make sauces, juice, ketchup. During long-term storage and transportation, the commercial properties remain unchanged. The culture is resistant to diseases. With timely preventive measures, infection can be avoided altogether.

Many pointed out that if apart from taste, aesthetic perception is important, then 'Moscow Delicacy' is one of the best varieties, the fruits of which attract attention. Salting is produced not only for ripe, but also green tomatoes.

Advantages

• original form;
• dense fleshy fruits;
• expert taste assessment – 'excellent';
• suitable for any purpose;
• high productivity.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Apple tree of Russia

Rating: 4.8

On the third line of the rating is the variety, which got its name due to the interesting shape of leaves that resemble apple trees. The plant reaches a maximum height of 100 cm. The bush is strong, pinching and tying is not required. Many vegetable growers call this crop a 'variety for the lazy', as it is completely unpretentious to care for and adapts to all unfavorable natural factors.

One plant produces up to 100 fruits weighing 100 g. They are round, even, bright red. Amicable ripening makes it possible not to store tomatoes, but to immediately start winter harvesting, although their keeping quality is quite high. The carriage is transferred calmly. When overripe on the bush, the skin does not burst, the taste is preserved.

The pronounced aroma makes it possible to use tomatoes not only for pickling. They have shown themselves well when processed into juice, ketchup, and are good fresh. Many vegetable growers have given this variety the highest rating for its unpretentiousness and recommend it for planting in central Russia and in the southern regions.

Advantages

• unusual appearance of the bush;
• abundant and long-term fruiting;
• ideal fruits for pickling;
• minimal care;
• drought tolerance.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Watercolor

Rating: 4.7

The fourth place in the rating belongs to an unpretentious variety, which is in demand among vegetable growers in all regions of the country. Tomatoes can be harvested 110 days after germination. The bush is compact and miniature, it does not outgrow 50 cm in height, so tying is not required. Plum tomatoes are very strong, the skin is firm. Does not burst when overripe and heat treated. Tomatoes reach a weight of 55 g. They are smooth, neat, and look attractive in jars.

Small yellow spots may appear on the bright red surface closer to the stalk. This is a varietal feature of 'Aquarelle'. 1.5-2 kg of tomatoes are collected from one plant. The culture is characterized by high sugar content, therefore it was isolated by gourmets and is widely used fresh and processed. There are very few seeds in the pulp. Transport is stress-free and stress-free.

The variety is also used on an industrial scale, since the fruits are easily separated from the bush and can be harvested by machine. High quality tomato paste and ketchup are obtained from tomatoes at the factory. Another highlighted plus is the good keeping quality of ripe and green fruits.

Advantages

• stable undersized bush;
• high sugar content;
• minimal seed spread;
• long storage time;
• suitable for all types of processing.

disadvantages

• not detected.

The best universal varieties of tomatoes for pickling

Rio grande

Rating: 5.0

The leader in this rating category is the Dutch variety, which is distinguished by the simultaneous ripening of fruits, good yield regardless of external factors, and resistance to fungi, bacteria and viruses. Tomatoes ripen for 120 days. 1 bush gives 5-6 kg. In one ovary 8-10 pieces are formed. Smooth plum-like vegetables, about the same weight – 100-110 g. Fruiting occurs before the first frost. The plant is strong, does not need pinching. Tomatoes on a bush do not burst when they are delayed.

The variety is insensitive to the main typical diseases. It is planted in greenhouses, hotbeds, balconies, verandas, window sills. Removed unripe tomatoes lie for a long time, as well as ready-to-eat ones. High transportability. Tomatoes are not afraid of even the longest transportation.

Many housewives note that this is one of the most popular varieties for pickling. Under the action of the marinade, the skin does not crack, the pulp remains tasty and aromatic. Green fruits take a long time to ripen, so you can eat fresh tomatoes from your garden until the New Year.

Advantages

• high immunity to diseases;
• undersized variety;
• adaptation to external conditions;
• long ripening period;
• ideal characteristics for salting.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Little Red Riding Hood

Rating: 4.9

The silver medalist of the rating among the universal varieties was the product of German breeding, and its second name sounds like 'Rotkappchen'. He appeared in Germany a long time ago. In our country, it was registered in 2010 and is recommended for planting in all regions of Russia. The bushes are very powerful, undersized, so they do not require pinching and pruning. The garter is carried out during the period of increased fruiting. The variety is ultra-early. Tomatoes are harvested 80 days after germination.

High-yielding culture. From 1 sq. m receive 3 kg of vegetables. The variety is not susceptible to major diseases. Even late blight can be avoided, since before its development the bushes are already fully harvesting. The plant is distinguished by its ecological plasticity. It shows itself well both during waterlogging and during drought. Lack of light and heat will also not affect fruiting.

An interesting feature is that the tomatoes are concentrated at the top of the plant, forming a red cap. Another indisputable advantage is the sweetish taste without sourness, which is not at all typical for early varieties. Summer residents choose a crop because of the fruits of the same shape and size, which are ideal for pickling. Tomatoes are used as salad ingredients, juices and sauces.

Advantages

• the original shape of the bush;
• compact, low plant;
• suitable for growing on balconies and windowsills;
• high climatic adaptability;
• sweetish aromatic taste.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Pickled delicacy

Rating: 4.8

The third in this nomination of the rating is the variety developed 20 years ago by Russian scientists from Siberia. It is intended for cultivation in all regions of the country and is ahead of many other tomatoes in its characteristics. The culture is undersized. The bush reaches a maximum height of 1 meter. It is ideal for preservation, since the peel of tomatoes is thick, dense, does not burst after heat treatment and does not soften under the influence of salt.

Fruits are plum-shaped from deep red to pink color. One brush yields 5 to 8 tomatoes. Their weight varies from 80 to 100 g. The variety stands out for its high keeping rates. It also tolerates long-distance transportation well without losing its presentation. The plant is resistant to almost all typical diseases.

Vegetable growers have confirmed that this is one of the best varieties suitable for planting in greenhouses and outdoors. It has good adaptation to weather conditions, is not picky about care, the bushes do not need to be formed. The fruits are sweet, without sourness. When ripe, the taste remains unchanged.

Advantages

• excellent product characteristics;
• long shelf life fresh;
• amicable maturation;
• high taste;
• undemanding.

disadvantages

• weakly resistant to late blight.

Sanka

Rating: 4.7

The fourth place in the rating is occupied by a popular variety that is liked by summer residents for several reasons. A stunted, powerful bush does not need a garter. Long-term fruiting allows you to harvest after 82 days and until the very frost. Tomatoes ripen at the same time. They are juicy, fleshy, while the peel is very dense and does not crack during processing. The fruits are round, about the same size, so they look very attractive in canning containers.

Up to 4 kg of tomatoes are harvested from one plant. It is unpretentious, immune to many viruses and fungi. Under favorable weather conditions, all the ovaries are formed and ripen, therefore, during the harvesting period, the bush is literally hung with bright bunches. The mass of one vegetable ranges from 70 to 90 g and depends on the growing conditions: in protected or open ground.

Many housewives appreciated the versatility of the variety. In addition to salting, the fruits are used in salads. Their taste is gentle, slightly sour, like all early varieties. Ripe tomatoes stay on the bush for a long time, do not crack, do not lose their taste. Summer residents confirm good resistance to major diseases and pests.

Advantages

• very early maturation;
• aligned identical fruit shape;
• aromatic fleshy pulp;
• amicable return;
• does not depend on the vagaries of the weather.

disadvantages

• without preventive measures, it is not resistant to late blight.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.