Homemade Giardiniera

Transform your meals with the bold, tangy, and colorful punch of Homemade Giardiniera—a classic Italian pickled vegetable medley that's perfect as a zesty topping or a vibrant side dish. This easy-to-make recipe combines crisp cauliflower florets, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and a kick of red chili peppers, all marinated in a flavorful blend of white wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, and thyme. With just 45 minutes of prep time and a few days of soaking, you'll create a versatile condiment that enhances everything from Italian beef sandwiches and charcuterie boards to salads and antipasto platters. Homemade Giardiniera is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful way to preserve your favorite vegetables in a jar bursting with flavor and freshness.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 2 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds carrots
• 2 stalks, sliced celery
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 4 sliced fresh garlic cloves
• 2 seeded and sliced red chili peppers
• 1 cup kosher salt
• 8 cups water
• 2 cups white wine vinegar
• 1 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets, sliced carrots, sliced celery, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, sliced garlic, and red chili peppers.

Step 2

In another large bowl, dissolve the kosher salt in the water to create a brine.

Step 3

Pour the brine over the vegetables, ensuring all veggies are submerged. Cover and refrigerate for 12-24 hours to allow the vegetables to soak.

Step 4

After soaking, drain and rinse the vegetables well under cold water.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained vegetables with white wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and dried thyme. Mix thoroughly to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to sterilized glass jars or containers, pressing down the vegetables to ensure they are submerged in the liquid. Seal the jars tightly.

Step 7

Refrigerate the giardiniera for at least 48 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, wait up to a week.

Step 8

Store the giardiniera in the refrigerator and consume within 3-4 weeks for optimal flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3616 grams (3616.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2361

Total Fat 226.00g	290%
Saturated Fat 35.10g	176%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 107653mg	4681%
Total Carbohydrate 57.90g	21%
Dietary Fiber 18.50g	66%
Total Sugars 20.90g
Protein 11.60g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 418mg	32%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 2357mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.0%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 10.0%