Giardiniera Recipe (Italian Pickled Vegetables)
This Giardiniera Recipe (Italian Pickled Vegetables) with its tangy crunch, easy prep, and family-friendly tradition is a homemade mix you’ll want to make again and again. This quick recipe combines crisp cauliflower, peppers, carrots, and celery in a zesty brine for a classic Italian taste that works with sandwiches, antipasto, or as a snack.
Servings: 8
Calories: 66kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan (optional)
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Mason jars or airtight containers for storing
Ingredients
- 3 jumbo carrots cut into large chunks
- 2 stalks celery cut into large chunks
- 2 small bell peppers red and yellow, diced into large chunks
- 1 small head of cauliflower separated into bite-sized florets
- 1 fennel bulb cut into large chunks
- 1 cup white wine vinegar
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
For serving
- drizzle extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Slice up the carrots, celery, bell peppers, cauliflower, and fennel into chunky bite-sized pieces. *See how to chop fennel in post above.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the white wine vinegar, water, sugar, and kosher salt. Stir until everything is well mixed. *Note: If you prefer, you can warm the mixture slightly in the microwave or on the stove over low heat until the sugar and salt dissolve completely.
- Toss the vegetables into a big bowl and pour over the tangy vinegar mixture. Make sure they are all coated. Place it in the fridge for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors join together.
- Drain the vegetables and give them a little drizzle of olive oil. Sprinkle on some dried oregano and red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Video
Notes
Storage Store giardiniera in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Make sure to drain excess liquid before serving.
Freeze This dish is not freezer friendly.
Reheat No reheating required.
Substitutions
- Flavor: Experiment with different herbs and spices like thyme, rosemary, or garlic.
- Spice: Create hot giardiniera by adding sliced jalapeños or Serrano peppers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 920mg | Potassium: 376mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 4798IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg
