A blend crisp and colorful fresh veggies are quick-pickled in an easy brine. We all love giardiniera as a snack, a side dish, and especially to top our favorite sandwich recipes!
What is Giardiniera?
Giardiniera (pronounced jar-din-era) is a tangy mix of pickled veggies. Adjust the serrano peppers and red chili flakes to make it hot or mild. It is not canned in this recipe but rather made more like a quick pickle.
How to Serve Giardiniera
Perfect as a side dish or on an antipasto platter, it pairs beautifully with artisan bread, cheese, olives, and wine. Of course it’s perfect on an Italian beef sandwiches or muffulettas! A scoop or two of homemade giardiniera is a tasty topper for sandwiches, burgers, or even hotdogs or on pizzas.
Ingredients for Giardiniera
Veggies
Giardiniera is often made with a wide variety of fresh veggies. Cauliflower, carrots, serrano peppers, and olives are a must! We add bell peppers, onion, and celery.
Brine/Marinade
White Wine Vinegar: A subtle, tangy base for the pickling mix. You can substitute white vinegar if needed. Light-tasting Olive Oil: A smooth complement to the vinegar. Replace olive oil with canola oil.
How to Make Giardiniera
How to Serve Giardiniera
Serve giardiniera alongside grilled meats or cured meats on a buffet table. We like it with a cheese plate or a charcuterie board. It’s great as a topping for an Italian sub! Serve it on a sandwich board or as a condiment to go alongside pulled pork or shredded beef.
Tips for Success
The method of soaking the ingredients overnight in salt water was adapted from Jeff Mauro and truly makes a better giardiniera (although we do prefer to add vinegar to our oil mixture). Since giardiniera is essentially pickled vegetables, it will keep for up to 1 month in the refrigerator. Marinate at least 3 days before serving, longer is better!
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