Whole30 Fermented Carrots
Elevate your snacking game with Whole30 Fermented Carrots—an irresistible, tangy treat perfect for gut health enthusiasts and Whole30 followers alike! This vibrant recipe combines crunchy carrot sticks with the aromatic flavors of fresh dill and garlic, all soaked in a simple, mineral-rich brine. Effortless to prepare and completely hands-off as it ferments, these probiotic-rich carrots deliver a tantalizing balance of sour and savory notes, ideal for adding zest to salads, charcuterie boards, or enjoying straight from the jar. With no cooking required and ready in just 5 to 10 days, this make-ahead dish is a wholesome, nutrient-packed addition to your kitchen staples. Keywords: Whole30 recipe, fermented vegetables, probiotic-rich snacks, gut health recipes, easy fermentation recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Carrots
- 2 tbsp Kosher salt
- 4 cups Water
- 4 whole Garlic cloves
- 2 sprigs Fresh dill
Instructions
Wash and peel the carrots, and then cut them into sticks about 4 inches long and 1/2 inch thick.
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the kosher salt in 4 cups of cold water to create a brine.
Place the carrot sticks upright in a clean glass jar, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
Peel the garlic cloves and add them to the jar, distributing them evenly among the carrots.
Add the fresh dill sprigs to the jar, tucking them in the sides.
Pour the brine over the carrots and herbs until everything is fully submerged.
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.
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.
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.
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
Calories |
30 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3592 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 154 mg | 3% | |
*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.
