Coconut Free Apple-Cinnamon Quick-Pickled Vegetable Medley
Crisp cabbage, julienned carrots, peppery radishes, and thin matchsticks of fresh apple come together in a brine that's genuinely worth getting excited about. Apple cider vinegar, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, grated ginger, and a touch of turmeric simmer into something warm and aromatic before hitting the vegetables — the result is tangy, subtly sweet, and just a little spiced in the best possible way. Squeezing out the salted vegetables before adding the brine is a small step that makes a big difference, keeping the final texture snappy rather than soggy. Many store-bought pickled condiments sneak in coconut-derived emulsifiers or sweeteners, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in the jar. Everything here is straightforward pantry and produce-aisle stuff, with no hidden surprises. Pile it onto grain bowls, tacos, sandwiches, or grilled proteins — it punches well above its weight as a finishing touch. A scatter of fresh parsley right before serving adds a pop of color that makes the whole jar look as good as it tastes.
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6 servings
For the vegetables
- 2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned or coarsely grated
- 6 radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 small apple, cored and cut into thin matchsticks
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
For the brine
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, radishes, and apple in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with the fine sea salt and toss well, then set aside for 10 minutes while you prepare the brine — the salt will begin to draw out moisture and soften the vegetables.
- 2
Combine the apple cider vinegar, water, honey, Ceylon cinnamon stick, grated ginger, and ground turmeric in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the honey dissolves, then bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes, until fragrant.
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