Whole30 Fermented Carrots
Elevate your Whole30 journey with these tangy, crunchy, and gut-healthy fermented carrots! Packed with flavor from fresh dill and garlic, this easy recipe transforms simple carrots into a probiotic-rich snack or side dish. With just a few ingredients—carrots, kosher salt, water, garlic, and dill—this homemade fermentation process adds a satisfying tang while supporting digestive health. Perfectly suited for clean eating and Whole30 compliance, these fermented carrots require minimal prep time and no cooking, making them an effortless addition to your weekly meal plan. Store them in your fridge for weeks and enjoy a guilt-free burst of natural flavor in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Carrots
- 2 tbsp Kosher salt
- 4 cups Water
- 4 whole Garlic cloves
- 2 sprigs Fresh dill
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots, and then cut them into sticks about 4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the kosher salt in 4 cups of cold water to create a brine.
Step 3
Place the carrot sticks upright in a clean glass jar, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
Step 4
Peel the garlic cloves and add them to the jar, distributing them evenly among the carrots.
Step 5
Add the fresh dill sprigs to the jar, tucking them in the sides.
Step 6
Pour the brine over the carrots and herbs until everything is fully submerged.
Step 7
Place a fermentation weight or a small clean jar filled with water on top of the carrots to ensure they remain submerged under the brine.
Step 8
Seal the jar with a lid but do not screw it tightly. Alternatively, you can cover the jar with a clean cloth and secure it with a rubber band.
Step 9
Store the jar away from direct sunlight at room temperature. Allow the carrots to ferment for 5 to 10 days, tasting them periodically starting on the 5th day.
Step 10
Once the carrots have reached your desired level of tanginess, seal the jar with a lid and transfer it to the refrigerator. They will continue to develop flavor and can be stored for several weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1011.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 30.5 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3591.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.3g | |
| Protein 1.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 153.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories