Rice Free Quick Pickled Cauliflower
Tangy, golden, and packed with bold flavor, this pickled cauliflower is the kind of condiment that quietly steals the show on any plate. The brine comes together fast — apple cider vinegar, warm spices like turmeric and mustard seeds, a hit of garlic — and the whole thing is ready to eat in under an hour. Every ingredient here is naturally grain-free, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out; it just works as written. The turmeric gives the florets a gorgeous golden hue while the peppercorns and optional red pepper flakes add a gentle kick that keeps things interesting. Fresh dill stirred in at the end brightens the whole jar and makes it feel a little fancy with almost zero extra effort. Pile it onto grain-free bowls, serve it alongside grilled proteins, or snack on it straight from the jar — it holds up beautifully in the fridge and only gets better as it sits.
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6 servings
- 1 small head cauliflower (about 1 lb), cut into small florets
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- ½ tsp black peppercorns
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pack the cauliflower florets and sliced garlic tightly into a clean 1-quart jar or airtight container.
- 2
Combine the apple cider vinegar, water, salt, mustard seeds, black peppercorns, turmeric, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until the salt dissolves. Bring to a full boil.
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