Paleo Zesty Pickled Carrots

Brighten your meals with these irresistible Paleo Zesty Pickled Carrots, a quick and flavorful recipe that's perfect for healthy snacking or adding a tangy crunch to your favorite dishes. Made with crisp carrots, a zesty apple cider vinegar brine, and a hint of natural sweetness from honey, these pickles are infused with bold seasonings like garlic, dill, red chili flakes, and black peppercorns for a vibrant kick. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and a short rest in the fridge, these Paleo-friendly pickled carrots are as easy as they are delicious. Serve them as a crunchy snack, a paleo salad topping, or a flavorful addition to wraps and bowls. With their beautiful blend of tart, sweet, and spicy flavors, these pickled carrots are a must-have for any clean-eating kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Carrots
• 250 ml Water
• 250 ml Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Sea salt
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 4 sprigs Dill sprigs
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the carrots. Cut them into sticks or slices, depending on your preference, ensuring they are uniform in size for even pickling.

Step 2

Peel and lightly smash the garlic cloves to release their flavor.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, combine water, apple cider vinegar, honey, and sea salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey and salt are fully dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Place the cut carrots into a clean glass jar or jars (mason jars work well). Add the smashed garlic cloves, dill sprigs, red chili flakes, and black peppercorns to the jar(s).

Step 5

Pour the warm vinegar mixture over the carrots, fully submerging them. Use a spoon to remove any air bubbles from the jar and ensure the carrots are completely covered by the liquid.

Step 6

Seal the jar(s) tightly with a lid and allow them to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate the jar(s) for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. The carrots will be ready to eat in 24-48 hours and will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 7

Serve the zesty pickled carrots as a snack, salad topping, or condiment for wraps or Paleo meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1081.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	416.8

Total Fat 1.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7349.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.4g	0%
Total Sugars 59.2g
Protein 6.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239.1mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1928.6mg	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: 3.1%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 90.9%