Quick Pickled Carrots

mason jar full of pickled carrots tied with twine

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!

Course Easy Appetizer, pickle, Snack

Cuisine pickles, snacks

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings 8 oz Jars

Calories 78kcal

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.

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