Whole30 Zesty Pickled Carrots
Elevate your snack game with these tangy and flavorful Whole30 Zesty Pickled Carrots! This quick and easy recipe features crisp, vibrant carrot sticks brined in a zesty mixture of white vinegar, garlic, dill, black peppercorns, and a hint of red chili flakes for a subtle kick. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, these pickled carrots are perfect for meal prepping or as a crunchy addition to salads, charcuterie boards, or as a guilt-free snack. With no added sugar, these carrots align perfectly with Whole30 guidelines, delivering bold, fresh flavors while staying health-conscious. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to let the flavors fully bloom—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
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.
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.
Pack the carrot sticks tightly into the jar(s), leaving about 1/2-inch of space at the top.
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.
Let the jars cool to room temperature, then seal them tightly with lids.
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
Calories |
274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7338 mg | 319% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1886 mg | 40% | |
*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.
