Whole30 Homemade Giardiniera

Brighten up your homemade condiments collection with this flavorful Whole30 Homemade Giardiniera! This vibrant, tangy Italian-inspired pickled vegetable medley features a colorful mix of cauliflower, carrots, celery, red bell peppers, and sliced jalapeños, all soaked in a brine of white vinegar, olive oil, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. Perfectly suited for Whole30, this recipe skips the sugar and delivers a bold punch of flavor that's both healthy and satisfying. Whether you're topping sandwiches, layering it on salads, or simply enjoying it as a zesty snack, this easy-to-make giardiniera is a must-have for meal prepping or adding a gourmet touch to everyday meals. Bursting with natural crunch and a mild kick of heat, it’s a delicious way to inject life into your dishes—all while being fully compliant with your Whole30 goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Carrots, sliced
• 1 cup Celery, sliced
• 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium Jalapeños, sliced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Cauliflower florets
• 2 tablespoons Salt
• 2 cups Water
• 2 cups White vinegar
• 1 cup Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower, carrots, celery, red bell pepper, jalapeños, and garlic.

Step 2

Dissolve the salt in water and pour this mixture over the vegetables. Allow them to soak for 6-8 hours or overnight in the refrigerator to begin the pickling process.

Step 3

Drain and rinse the vegetables under cold water to remove excess salt.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, mix together white vinegar, olive oil, oregano, thyme, and crushed red pepper flakes to form the pickling brine.

Step 5

Combine the rinsed vegetables with the brine, ensuring that the liquid covers the vegetables.

Step 6

Transfer the giardiniera mixture into clean, sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace at the top.

Step 7

Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate for at least 48 hours before consuming to allow flavors to develop.

Step 8

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2102.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2371.4

Total Fat 226.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 14591.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.7g
Protein 10.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 350.3mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2819.3mg	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: 88.0%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 10.1%