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Honey Pickled Carrots

Sweet and Spicy Honey Pickled Carrots for Flavorful Snacking

Honey Pickled Carrots are a sweet, spicy, and crunchy snack that elevate any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 jars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Various
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pickling Liquid
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar Feel free to swap with white wine or rice vinegar for different notes.
  • 1/2 cup honey Adjust according to your preference.
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Increase for more heat or blend in jalapeño slices.
  • 2 cloves garlic Smashed cloves enhance the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Tweak to suit your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns Whole ones will infuse flavor over time.
For the Carrots
  • 4 cups carrots Choose fresh, firm carrots for the best crunch.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Airtight container or jar

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, black peppercorns, and smashed garlic. Stir and heat until simmering for about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the carrot sticks to the mixture, stirring to coat. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
  4. Transfer the carrot sticks to a clean jar, tightly packing them. Pour the pickling liquid over to ensure they are submerged.
  5. Seal the jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These pickled carrots are best enjoyed within 2 weeks for maximum flavor and crunch.

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