Vegan Hot Honey Pickled Carrots

The Vegan Hot Honey Pickled Carrots are a crunchy and tangy side dish. This condiment contains one gram of protein and 55 calories per serving. Takes two hours & 15 minutes to prepare this recipe. We made this side dish with carrots, apple cider vinegar, water, vegan honey, maple syrup, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, black peppercorns, and mustard seeds. Making this condiment is very simple because the instructions are clear. Pair these carrots with vegan chickpea burger, vegan tofu tacos, mushroom burger, avocado hummus sandwich, vegan rice bowl, or asian cucumber salad. Include these Vegan Hot Honey Pickled Carrots in the container and store for two weeks.

STATS:

• Total time: 2 hours 15 minutes
• Serving size: ½ cup
• Cook time: 5 minutes
• Serving: 6
• Calories: 55 kcal
• Diet: Vegan
• Cuisine: American
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Course: Side dish

EQUIPMENT:

• Medium saucepan
• Measuring cups
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring spoons
• Heat-safe bowl
• Tongs
• Refrigerator

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 pound carrots
• Half tsp salt
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• Half cup water
• 2 tbsp vegan honey
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• Half tsp black peppercorns
• 2 sliced garlic cloves
• Half tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CARROTS:

• We use them as the main ingredient to include a naturally sweet taste and firm texture in the recipe. They stay crunchy after pickling and give better results. You may use rainbow carrots as per your preference.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

• It gives the main tangy pickled taste to the dish. This vinegar helps to maintain the sweetness of vegan honey and maple syrup. Utilize white vinegar as a replacement.

VEGAN HONEY:

• This is the ingredient that helps to make the dish vegan. It gives signature hot-honey-style sweetness in the recipe. Vegan honey also maintains the acidity and chili heat of the dish. Use agave syrup instead as per your choice.

MAPLE SYRUP:

• It gives another layer of sweetness and a mild caramel-like taste. Agave syrup is a good option to use if maple syrup is not available.

MUSTARD SEEDS:

• They give a mild, earthy, and slightly spicy taste in the meal. Mustard seeds give a classic pickle-style taste to the carrots. Utilize mustard powder as an alternative.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. First, peel the washed carrots, then cut them into evenly thin sticks & put them in a clean bowl.
2. Include vegan honey, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, peppercorns, water, maple syrup, garlic, salt, and mustard seeds in the saucepan.
3. Warm the mixture on medium heat and dissolve the maple syrup and honey properly.
4. Gently simmer the ingredients for two minutes and pour the mixture over the carrots.
5. Cover the carrots with the liquid and cool them at room temperature for twenty minutes.
6. Put the covered container in the refrigerator and chill for two hours, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SANDWICHES:

• Vegan Chickpea Sandwich
• Vegan Grilled Cheese
• Avocado Hummus Sandwich
• Vegan Turkey-Style Sandwich

BURGERS:

• Vegan Black Bean Burger
• Vegan Chickpea Burger
• Mushroom Burger
• Vegan BBQ Burger

TACOS & WRAPS:

• Vegan Tofu Tacos
• Black Bean Tacos
• Vegan Burrito Wrap
• Crispy Cauliflower Tacos

BOWLS:

• Vegan Rice Bowl
• Tofu Buddha Bowl
• Quinoa Grain Bowl
• Teriyaki Vegetable Bowl

SALADS:

• Asian Cucumber Salad
• Crunchy Cabbage Salad
• Sesame Noodle Salad
• Avocado Chickpea Salad

SNACK:

• Vegan Snack Board
• Hummus Platter
• Mediterranean Mezze Board
• Vegetable Crudité Platter

TIPS:

• Cut the carrots equally so they stick to the pickles at the same time.
• Avoid cooking the carrots too much to keep them crunchy and fresh.
• Adjust red pepper flakes if you want to make a milder version of this recipe.
• Chill the carrots for several hours for better results, as they absorb flavors over time.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Place the pickled carrots in the covered container and store for two weeks.

FREEZER:

• Freezing this recipe is not recommended because carrots lose their texture.

FAQs:

Can I include regular honey in this recipe?

• Yes, you may add regular honey, but the dish will not be vegan anymore.

Is there spice in this recipe?

• This side dish has a mild-to-medium spice taste that you can change by adjusting red pepper flakes.

How can I make these pickled carrots less sweet?

• You may reduce the amount of vegan honey and maple syrup for a less sweet dish.

Can I use extra vegetables with carrots?

• You may add thinly sliced radishes, cucumbers, or jalapeños as per your choice.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 55 kcal

Net carbs: 10 g

Iron: 0.4 mg

Total carbs: 12 g

Vitamin A: 5,900 IU

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 32 mg

Protein: 1 g

Sodium: 210 mg

Potassium: 250 mg