Giardiniera-Style Roasted Vegetables Recipe

Name: Giardiniera-Style Roasted Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 3-inch pieces; 1 fennel bulb, trimmed and cut into thin wedges; 1 quart distilled white vinegar; 5 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1 jalapeno, halved lengthwise; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 jarred roasted red bell peppers, thinly sliced; 3 celery ribs, chopped, plus leaves for garnish; 1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives

Servings: persons

1 pound carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 3-inch pieces
1 fennel bulb, trimmed and cut into thin wedges
1 quart distilled white vinegar
5 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 jalapeno, halved lengthwise
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 jarred roasted red bell peppers, thinly sliced
3 celery ribs, chopped, plus leaves for garnish
1/2 cup chopped pitted green olives

1
In a large heatproof bowl, combine the carrots and fennel.
2
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water with the vinegar, garlic, mustard seeds, sugar, the 1/4 cup of salt and half of the jalapeno.
3
Warm over low heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
4
Pour the brine over the carrots and fennel and let stand for 30 minutes.
5
Drain the carrots and fennel; reserve the brine for another use.
6
Preheat the oven to 450.
7
Arrange the carrots and fennel on a baking sheet.
8
Drizzle with the olive oil and roast for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and caramelized.
9
Transfer the vegetables to a large bowl.
10
Finely chop the remaining jalapeno and add to the bowl, along with the bell peppers, chopped celery and olives.
11
Season with salt, mix well and transfer to a platter.
12
Garnish with celery leaves and serve.

451

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound carrots, halved lengthwise and cut into 3-inch pieces, 1 fennel bulb, trimmed and cut into thin wedges, 1 quart distilled white vinegar, 5 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Giardiniera-Style Roasted Vegetables falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Giardiniera-Style Roasted Vegetables

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Variations & substitutions

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