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Close-up of fresh cauliflower florets with whole black peppercorns scattered on top, highlighting the textures and details of the vegetables and spices.

Pickled Cauliflower

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Quick and easy pickled cauliflower florets with a perfect balance of tang, sweetness, and spice—ideal for charcuterie boards or snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dressing/Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 455
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cauliflower cut into bite-size florets (use about half if large)
  • ½ cup rice wine vinegar
  • 6 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Heatproof jar or container

Method
 

  1. Bring rice wine vinegar, sugar, kosher salt, black peppercorns, and 1 cup water to a boil.
  2. Place cauliflower florets in a heatproof jar or container. Pour the hot pickling liquid over the cauliflower to fully submerge it.
  3. Let cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate.
  4. Best enjoyed after a few days of pickling. Will keep for up to 1 month refrigerated.

Nutrition

Calories: 455kcalCarbohydrates: 103gProtein: 12gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 4828mgPotassium: 1783mgFiber: 13gSugar: 83gVitamin A: 24IUVitamin C: 277mgCalcium: 157mgIron: 3mg

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