Spicy Low Sodium Pickled Carrots & Jalapeno Peppers Recipe
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Jump to RecipeThese spicy low sodium pickled carrots are a hot & flavorful addition to your next taco night. Carrots are sliced thick and mixed with jalapeno peppers in a tangy salt-free brine!
Ready in less than 30 minutes, these fantastic pickled carrots make a delicious condiment. I love serving these with low sodium tacos & salt free cilantro lime rice.
This recipe is a family favorite, and was given to me by my brother Jack! Growing up, we loved (and still love) a great chain of Mexican restaurants in the Chicagoland area called El Famous Burrito. EFB served these tasty pickled carrots which we love, and I developed into a low sodium version so we can enjoy them at home.
Yes, you can still have pickles on a low sodium diet, just swap out the salt and add flavor with fresh herbs and spices. These carrots are proof that just a few pantry staple ingredients can bring big flavor to your recipes without salt. This recipe makes about 2 quarts of carrots, so enjoy them on savory breakfasts, lunches, and dinners!
This Low Sodium Pickled Carrots Recipe Is
- Spicy
- Bright
- Fresh
- Tart
- Earthy
- Easy to Make
- A Great Low Sodium Condiment or Snack!
Ingredients for Pickled Carrots without Salt
See the recipe card below for a full list of instructions and ingredient amounts!
- Carrots – I used large carrots for this recipe, but you could also use baby carrots (cut in half) instead.
- Jalapeno peppers – a spicy and tasty addition to the carrots!
- White vinegar – I used a regular white vinegar for this recipe, which is what I use for most of my pickles. No need for a fancy vinegar here, good old white vinegar works fine.
- Black peppercorns
- Onions
- Cloves of garlic – I like using fresh chopped garlic cloves instead of jarred garlic. Fresh has more flavor!
- Oregano: a spice I always put in my salad dressings, marinades, or soups! Dried oregano has a bright and earthy flavor, and goes so well with the carrots.
- Bay Leaves: I always add bay leaves to my carrots, they give a great flavor which is savory and delicious!
How To Make This Recipe
- Wash carrots (and peel if desired), and slice on the diagonal into coins. Wash the jalapeno peppers, and slice the same way. You can remove the seeds for a milder flavor, if desired. Set sliced carrots and jalapenos aside.
- In a large pot, add the white vinegar, water, onion, garlic, peppercorns, onions and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, the reduce heat to a low simmer.
- Add the sliced carrots and jalapenos to the pot. Cover and simmer over low heat for 12 minutes.
- Remove pot from heat, and allow carrots to cool. Store in airtight containers (I used 2 quart-sized mason jars) and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
More Low Sodium Side Dish Ideas You’ll Love
- Low Sodium Crispy Smashed Potatoes
- Low Sodium Cowboy Baked Beans
- Easy Low Sodium Pickled Onions
- Low Sodium Cilantro Lime Rice
- Spicy Low Sodium Black Beans
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Low Sodium Pickled Carrots
Equipment
- 1 Large Pot
- 2 Quart-Sized Mason Jars
Ingredients
- 2 lbs carrots sliced diagonally
- 2 medium jalapeno peppers sliced
- 1.5 cups white vinegar
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 onion sliced
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 6 bay leaves
Instructions
- Wash carrots (and peel if desired), and slice on the diagonal into coins. Wash the jalapeno peppers, and slice the same way. You can remove the seeds for a milder flavor, if desired. Set sliced carrots and jalapenos aside.
- In a large pot, add the white vinegar, water, onion, garlic, peppercorns, onions and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, the reduce heat to a low simmer.
- Add the sliced carrots and jalapenos to the pot. Cover and simmer over low heat for 12 minutes.
- Remove pot from heat, and allow carrots to cool. Store in airtight containers (I used 2 quart-sized mason jars) and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Serving Size
This recipe makes about 2 quarts or 8 cups total. I divided up this recipe into 8 1/2-cup servings. The nutrition information above is for one 1/2 cup serving.Nutrition
*Please note, all nutrition content is estimated based on the ingredients we used, it may vary based on your ingredients. Always check your nutrition labels to verify sodium amounts.
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Very delicious