REFRIGERATOR GIARDINIERA

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This is a giardiniera with mostly vegetables from my garden but, unlike most giardiniera recipes, it does not contain celery. Depending on the type of chile pepper you are using, you can make the giardiniera as hot or mild as you like. Note that this giardinera is a quick refrigerator pickle and not for canning; it should be eaten within a couple of weeks. The yield varies depending on the size of the vegetables you are using.

Provided by nch

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Canning and Preserving Recipes     Pickled

Time P2DT8h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 small yellow summer squash - halved, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch sticks
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
1 medium head cauliflower, broken into small florets
1 orange bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 red bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice
1 large candy onion or mild white onion, halved and sliced into 1/4-inch rings
2 red chile peppers, seeded and sliced into strips
½ cup pickling salt
cold water to cover
3 cloves garlic, sliced
3 teaspoons dried oregano
3 sprigs fresh oregano
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon crushed black pepper
3 bay leaves
1 cup white vinegar (5% acidity)
½ cup olive oil, or more as needed
½ cup grapeseed oil, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Combine summer squash, carrots, cauliflower, orange and red bell peppers, onion, and chile peppers in a non-reactive plastic container with a tight-fitting lid. Add salt and water to cover. Cover with the lid and shake gently to evenly distribute the salt. Let stand at room temperature overnight.
  • Drain the vegetables in a colander. Rinse thoroughly with cold tap water and drain well.
  • Immerse three 1-quart jars in simmering water to sterilize.
  • Place 1 sliced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 oregano sprig, 1/3 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/3 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 bay leaf in each jar. Add the vegetables, packing them tightly into the jar but not so tight that they get blemished.
  • Whisk 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/2 cup grapeseed oil, and vinegar together in a bowl until evenly combined. Pour mixture over the vegetables so they are completely covered. Mix more vinegar, olive oil and grapeseed oil, in equal amounts, if more liquid is needed.
  • Cover jars with plastic storage caps and refrigerate for 2 days before using. The giardiniera keeps in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 18.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 4635.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

Philip Ochuko
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I've been making this giardiniera for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to use up leftover vegetables and it's so easy to make. I love the tangy, spicy flavor. It's the perfect addition to any meal.


Md Yasher ta
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy giardiniera. I love the fact that you don't have to cook the vegetables. The giardiniera is tangy and flavorful, and it's the perfect addition to any sandwich or salad.


Abdullah Jutt
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I made this giardiniera for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the bright, tangy flavor. It's the perfect summer side dish.


Mythochist
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make giardiniera. I love the combination of vegetables and the tangy dressing. I've been eating it on sandwiches, salads, and just as a snack. It's the perfect way to add some flavor to your meals.


Shino Koko
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This giardiniera is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I used a variety of vegetables that I had on hand and it turned out great. The giardiniera is tangy, spicy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Emad Alodat
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Lucia Awuor
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This is the best giardiniera I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the vegetables are perfectly crisp. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Gunther Naude
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I made this giardiniera for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's the perfect appetizer or side dish. I especially like the addition of the red pepper flakes. They give the giardiniera a nice kick.


Raphat Husain
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This giardiniera is amazing! I love the tangy, spicy flavor and the crunch of the vegetables. It's the perfect addition to any sandwich or salad. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Keisha Ward
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make giardiniera. I love the combination of vegetables and the tangy dressing. I've been eating it on sandwiches, salads, and just as a snack. It's the perfect way to add some flavor to your meals.


Waqas Subhani Subhani
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I've been making this giardiniera for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect way to use up leftover vegetables and it's so easy to make. I love the tangy, spicy flavor. It's the perfect addition to any meal.


Budhram chandra
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy giardiniera. I love the fact that you don't have to cook the vegetables. The giardiniera is tangy and flavorful, and it's the perfect addition to any sandwich or salad.


hamza srour
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I made this giardiniera for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the bright, tangy flavor. It's the perfect summer side dish.


coker solomon
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make giardiniera. I love the combination of vegetables and the tangy dressing. I've been eating it on sandwiches, salads, and just as a snack. It's the perfect way to add some flavor to your meals.


Joella Zijena
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This giardiniera is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I used a variety of vegetables that I had on hand and it turned out great. The giardiniera is tangy, spicy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mera Samlal
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Nirdosh Magar
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This is the best giardiniera I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the vegetables are perfectly crisp. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again soon.


J V
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I made this giardiniera for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's the perfect appetizer or side dish. I especially like the addition of the red pepper flakes. They give the giardiniera a nice kick.


Milon Megh
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This giardiniera is fantastic! I love the tangy, spicy flavor and the crunch of the vegetables. I've been eating it on sandwiches, salads, and just as a snack. It's so easy to make, too. I will definitely be making this again and again.