Description
A crunchy, tangy, probiotic-rich fermented carrot salad that’s beginner-friendly and perfect for snacks, sides, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh carrots, shredded or julienned
- 2 cups filtered water
- 2 teaspoons non-iodized salt
- 2 garlic cloves, optional
- 1 teaspoon ginger, optional
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes, optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (dill or parsley), optional
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and shred the carrots. Prepare optional garlic, ginger, or chili.
- Dissolve salt in water to make brine. Mix brine with carrots and optional flavorings, ensuring carrots are submerged.
- Pack mixture into a clean jar with 1 inch of headspace. Cover loosely and ferment 3–7 days at room temperature. Taste daily until tangy, then refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 10 mins