Quick Pickled Carrots

We love pickled anything and these easy quick pickled carrots are so delicious! A crunchy fresh carrot soaked in an easy brine that only takes a few minutes to make. These are the perfect snack, and work great as a hostess gift tied with some twine!

What is Quick Pickling?

Quick Pickling is a version of pickling that doesn’t require using the full canning process. Some hot brine, vegetable of your choice, and combine the 2 in a jar. Allow to sit for a couple hours, and you have yourself a quick pickle!

Quick Pickle Brine

You can make the brine on either the stovetop or in the microwave.  No matter the cooking method if you’re using additional flavorings, I recommend putting those in the pickle jar versus simmering them in the brine to preserve freshness.

Stovetop: Combine the brine ingredients in a small stovetop pan and bring to a boil.   Bring the brine to a boil.

Microwave: Combine brine ingredients into a microwave safe container. Heat for 2 minutes, or until bubbling.

• Vinegar
  • Use white or apple cider, whichever taste you prefer. 
• Salt
• Sugar
• Optional Flavorings
  • Mustard seeds, garlic, peppercorns, dill, rosemary, etc.

Add sliced and peeled carrot sticks into a jar, and pour the brine over them. You can slice your carrots however you prefer, I even used my mandolin to make a batch of pickled carrot chips! For the carrot chips I used multicolored carrots, but a heads up, they don’t keep their unique color for that long in the brine! 

More Vegetables You Can Quick Pickle:

You can use this method to quick pickle loads of vegetables! Here’s a few ideas. Make sure to wash everything well (and peel if necessary).

• Cauliflower
• Mushrooms
• Bell Peppers
• Jalapeños
• Red Onions
• Cucumbers 
• Green Beans
• Asparagus

Equipment we use for Quick Pickled Carrots:

• Stovetop Pan
• Microwave Safe Bowl (if using the microwave method)
• Mason Jars
• French Style Mason Jars (I like using these jars if giving pickles for gifts, they’re so cute!)
• Twine  (to tie them up all pretty!)

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Cheers to easy quick snacks that are healthy, too! – Kathi and Rachel

Quick Pickled Carrots

A crunchy fresh carrot soaked in an easy brine that only takes a few minutes to make. These are the perfect snack, and work great as a hostess gift tied with some twine!

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Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 4 8 oz Jars

Author: Kathi & Rachel

Ingredients

• 1 lb carrots (tops removed, washed, peeled and sliced to fit mason jar)
• 3/4 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)
• 3/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions

• Place carrots inside mason jar.
• Combine brine ingredients (vinegar, water, sugar, salt) and heat as desired.

  Microwave: Add ingredients to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until bubbling. Stir.

  Stovetop: Add ingredients to a medium sized pot and bring to a boil, simmering for about 2 minutes, stirring throughout.
• Pour brine over carrots covering them entirely. Add lid, and allow to sit for 1 hour before placing refrigerator. Enjoy once cold.

Notes

Pickled carrots last for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. Does not freeze. 

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 663mg | Potassium: 364mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 18944IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 0.4mg