Middle Eastern Crunch Turmeric Pickled Cauliflower

Add a vibrant burst of flavor to your meals with Middle Eastern Crunch Turmeric Pickled Cauliflower—a tangy, spiced, and delightfully crisp pickle that’s as versatile as it is colorful. This quick and easy recipe combines the earthy warmth of turmeric, the bold aromas of cumin, mustard, and coriander seeds, and a touch of heat from chili flakes, all married with garlic and fresh dill for a truly aromatic brine. Perfectly pickled in just 24 hours, the cauliflower florets emerge with a dazzling golden hue and a satisfying crunch that’s ideal as a side dish, sandwich topper, or the star of your favorite grain bowl. Ready in under 20 minutes of prep and packed in a simple mason jar, this refrigerator pickle recipe is a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. Healthy, homemade, and brimming with Middle Eastern-inspired flavors, it’s a must-try addition to your culinary repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 medium head Cauliflower
• 2 cups Water
• 1.5 cups White vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 2 whole Bay leaves
• 4 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander seeds
• 4 sprigs Fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cauliflower under cold water and cut it into small florets, discarding the hard stem.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, white vinegar, granulated sugar, kosher salt, turmeric, and cumin. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the brine for 2 minutes to meld the flavors.

Step 4

While the brine simmers, prepare a clean, heatproof glass jar (about 1 quart capacity). Add the bay leaves, garlic cloves, chili flakes, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, and fresh dill sprigs to the jar.

Step 5

Pack the cauliflower florets tightly into the jar, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top.

Step 6

Pour the hot brine over the cauliflower, ensuring all florets are submerged. Tap the jar gently on the counter to release air bubbles.

Step 7

Seal the jar with a lid and let it cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the jar for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop.

Step 8

Serve as a crunchy and tangy side dish, or use it to elevate sandwiches, grain bowls, or Middle Eastern-inspired meals.

Step 9

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1345.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	343.6

Total Fat 3.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2485.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 11.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 248.0mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1922.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.5%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 74.5%