Pickled Turnips

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Pickled Turnips are crunchy, refreshing, and easy to prepare with just a few ingredients. The vinegar brine creates a delicious balance of tangy and salty flavor, while the beet adds beautiful color. They are perfect for adding brightness and crunch to many meals.

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

• 2 medium turnips, peeled and cut into sticks
• 1 small beet, peeled and sliced
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Optional additions:

• Red pepper flakes
• Bay leaves
• Black peppercorns

Directions

Place the turnip sticks and beet slices into a clean glass jar.

Add the garlic cloves and any optional spices if desired.

In a saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, salt, and sugar.

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring until the salt and sugar dissolve completely.

Remove the brine from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Pour the brine over the vegetables until fully submerged.

Seal the jar tightly.

Allow the jar to cool completely before refrigerating.

Refrigerate for at least 3 to 5 days before serving for the best flavor and color.

Serve chilled.

Servings and timing

Servings: 6 servings

Prep time: 15 minutes

Pickling time: 3 to 5 days

Total time: 3 days 15 minutes

Variations

Add sliced carrots or cauliflower for mixed pickles.

Use apple cider vinegar for a milder flavor.

Add chili peppers for spicy pickled turnips.

Use fresh herbs such as dill or thyme for extra flavor.

Reduce the sugar for a sharper tangy taste.

Storage/Reheating

Store Pickled Turnips in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Keep the vegetables submerged in the brine for best freshness.

This recipe is served cold and does not require reheating.

Always use clean utensils when serving to maintain freshness.

FAQs

Why are Pickled Turnips pink?

Beet slices naturally color the turnips bright pink during pickling.

What do Pickled Turnips taste like?

They are crunchy, tangy, slightly salty, and refreshing.

How long do Pickled Turnips need to pickle?

They are best after 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator.

Can I use other vinegar types?

Yes. Apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar can be used for different flavors.

Do Pickled Turnips need to be refrigerated?

Yes. Refrigerator pickles should always be stored cold.

What dishes pair well with Pickled Turnips?

They pair well with shawarma, falafel, grilled meats, wraps, and mezze platters.

Can I make them spicy?

Yes. Add chili flakes or sliced hot peppers to the jar.

Why are my turnips soft?

They may have pickled too long or were cut too thinly.

Can I reuse the brine?

It is best to make fresh brine for new batches.

Can I use golden beets instead of red beets?

Yes, but the turnips will not develop the traditional pink color.

Conclusion

Pickled Turnips are crisp, tangy, and beautifully colorful with refreshing flavor and satisfying crunch. Easy to prepare and perfect for adding brightness to many dishes, these homemade pickles are a delicious staple for sandwiches, wraps, and Middle Eastern meals.

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Pickled Turnips are crisp and tangy vegetables preserved in a flavorful vinegar brine and naturally colored bright pink with beet slices. These refreshing homemade pickles are perfect for wraps, sandwiches, mezze platters, and grilled dishes.

• Author: Laura
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 3 days 15 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings
• Category: Condiment
• Method: Pickling
• Cuisine: Middle Eastern
• Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

• 2 medium turnips, peeled and cut into sticks
• 1 small beet, peeled and sliced
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Optional: red pepper flakes
• Optional: bay leaves
• Optional: black peppercorns

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Instructions

1. Place the turnip sticks and beet slices into a clean glass jar.
2. Add the garlic cloves and any optional spices if desired.
3. In a saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, salt, and sugar.
4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring until the salt and sugar dissolve completely.
5. Remove the brine from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
6. Pour the brine over the vegetables until fully submerged.
7. Seal the jar tightly and allow it to cool completely.
8. Refrigerate for at least 3 to 5 days before serving for the best flavor and color.
9. Serve chilled.

Notes

• Add sliced carrots or cauliflower for a mixed pickle variation.
• Apple cider vinegar can be used for a milder flavor.
• Add chili peppers or red pepper flakes for spicy pickled turnips.
• Keep the vegetables fully submerged in the brine for best freshness.
• Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month using clean utensils when serving.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 35 kcal
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 580 mg
• Fat: 0 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 7 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Protein: 1 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg