Peanut 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 smells absolutely incredible the moment it hits the stove. Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and a touch of turmeric give this quick pickle a warmth that feels almost autumnal, while apple cider vinegar and honey keep things bright and balanced. The whole process is refreshingly straightforward — salt the vegetables, simmer the brine, pour and wait — and within the hour you have something that tastes like it took far more effort than it did. Store-bought pickled vegetables can be a minefield of shared-facility warnings and mystery seasonings, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what went into the jar. This medley is endlessly versatile: pile it onto grain bowls, tuck it into sandwiches, or serve it alongside grilled proteins as a tangy, crunchy counterpoint. The parsley scattered on top right before serving adds a pop of color that makes the whole jar look genuinely beautiful on the table.
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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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