Relish Style Giardiniera

Transform your condiment game with this tangy and vibrant Relish Style Giardiniera, a zesty Italian-inspired vegetable medley perfect for adding bold flavor to your favorite dishes! This recipe combines finely diced cauliflower, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and jalapeño, all brined overnight for maximum crunch and flavor absorption. Infused with a fragrant blend of garlic, oregano, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes, and topped off with olive oil for a glossy finish, this relish packs the perfect balance of acidity, heat, and herbaceous notes. Ideal as a topping for sandwiches, hot dogs, and burgers, or served as a savory appetizer with crusty bread, this make-ahead condiment is as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes of hands-on prep time, this homemade giardiniera is the ultimate refrigerator staple for flavor enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cauliflower florets
• 1 Carrot, finely diced
• 1 Celery stalk, finely diced
• 0.5 Red bell pepper, finely diced
• 0.5 Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 Jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat, optional)
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1 cup White vinegar
• 1 cup Water
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop all vegetables (cauliflower, carrot, celery, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and jalapeño) into uniform, small pieces to create a relish-like texture.

Step 2

Transfer the chopped vegetables into a large bowl and sprinkle with kosher salt. Toss everything to coat evenly.

Step 3

Fill the bowl with enough cold water to cover the vegetables. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 8-12 hours (overnight) to allow the vegetables to brine.

Step 4

After brining, drain the vegetables and rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, whisk together the white vinegar, water, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 6

Combine the brined vegetables and vinegar mixture in a clean, sterilized glass jar or an airtight container. Press the vegetables down to submerge them in the liquid.

Step 7

Pour the olive oil on top to create a seal and store in the refrigerator. Let the giardiniera marinate for at least 24 hours before serving to develop full flavor.

Step 8

Stir well before serving. Enjoy as a relish-style topping on sandwiches, hot dogs, or as a side condiment!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	689.5 grams (689.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1119

Total Fat 112.80g	145%
Saturated Fat 17.50g	88%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3656mg	159%
Total Carbohydrate 24.20g	9%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 10.70g
Protein 4.60g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112mg	9%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 906mg	19%

*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: 89.8%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 8.6%