Whole30 Zesty Pickled Carrots
Add a bold pop of flavor to your meals with these Whole30 Zesty Pickled Carrots! This quick and easy recipe features crisp carrot sticks infused with a tangy vinegar brine, aromatic dill, and a touch of heat from red chili flakes. Perfectly spiced with garlic, whole black peppercorns, and a hint of bay leaf, these pickled carrots are a healthy, Whole30-compliant snack, salad topping, or sandwich side. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short 24-hour wait for the flavors to intensify, these vibrant refrigerator pickles are ideal for meal prepping and satisfying your snack cravings in a guilt-free way. Whether you’re following the Whole30 program or just looking to elevate your vegetable game, these zesty pickled carrots are sure to deliver a burst of flavor in every crunchy bite!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Carrots
- 250 milliliters Water
- 250 milliliters White vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Sea salt
- 3 sprigs Dill sprigs
- 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the carrots. Trim the ends and cut them into evenly sized sticks, approximately 3-4 inches long and 1/4-inch thick.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine water, white vinegar, sea salt, and red chili flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and stir to ensure that the salt fully dissolves.
Step 3
Meanwhile, divide the garlic cloves (sliced in halves or lightly smashed), dill sprigs, black peppercorns, and the bay leaf equally into a clean glass jar or two jars, depending on the size.
Step 4
Pack the carrot sticks tightly into the jar(s), leaving about 1/2-inch of space at the top.
Step 5
Carefully pour the hot vinegar brine into the jar(s), making sure all the carrots are submerged. Tap the jar gently on the counter to remove air bubbles, or use a clean utensil to release trapped bubbles, if necessary.
Step 6
Let the jars cool to room temperature, then seal them tightly with lids.
Step 7
Refrigerate the pickled carrots for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to develop. The carrots will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1035.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 274.3 |
| Total Fat 1.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7338.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.8g | |
| Protein 5.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 232.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1885.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories