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Best Recipe For Pickled Cauliflower

This is a quick and simple refrigerated pickled cauliflower recipe! It's got a wonderful mix of colorful vegetables, flavor, tang - with a hint of spice.
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Author Kori Butler
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 days 25 minutes
Course Appetizer and Snack Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 80 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head of cauliflower (cut into small florets)
  • 1 medium red, orange, yellow or green bell pepper (trimmed, seeds removed, and then cut into slices)
  • 1 medium sweet onion (peel, halved, then cut into slices)
  • 4 cloves garlic (peeled and lightly smashed)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (an equivalent amount of sugar substitute may be used, such as allulose or stevia)
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 cups apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • (optional): sprigs of fresh dill or thyme

Instructions
 

  • In a large jar, bowl, or several smaller jars add layer in cauliflower, bell peppers, onion, jalapeno, garlic, and fresh herbs if using.
  • In a saucepan add vinegar and sugar. Bring to a boil.
  • Using a funnel, immediately pour the hot liquid into the jars until the vegetables are fully covered.
  • Leave uncovered on the counter until completely cooled. Cover tightly then refrigerate at least 2 days before serving.

Kori's Tips

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  • VARIATIONS: Add in sprigs of fresh herbs like rosemary, oregano, or dill; Use any colorful sweet bell pepper; Use a halved or sliced jalapeno in place of red pepper flakes; Add other vegetables such as thinly sliced carrots or radishes. 
  • TIPS:
      • Add up to a ½ cup more sugar if you prefer a sweeter pickled cauliflower.
      • I used a 52-ounce (1.5 liter) hinged lid mason jar, but any lidded airtight container or bowl will work.
  • SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Makes a great snack or side to any favorite grilled or roasted meat. Drain the liquid and add it to your next charcuterie board - it pairs well with various cheeses, olives, and salami. 

Nutrition

Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 1416mgPotassium: 257mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 388IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 0.5mg
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