Pickled florets

Pickled florets are a tangy, crunchy condiment made by preserving vegetable florets, most commonly broccoli or cauliflower, in a brine of vinegar, salt, and spices. This dish is a popular way to add a zesty, acidic crunch to sandwiches, salads, and charcuterie boards, and is found in various forms across many culinary traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is low in calories, fat, and protein, with the majority of its calories coming from carbohydrates. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Vitamin K, and the fermentation process can introduce beneficial probiotics, though the high sodium content is a key consideration.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	45 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin K	60 mcg
Potassium	280 mg
Folate	45 mcg
Manganese	0.2 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Sodium	680 mg

Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Pickled florets are a prime example of food preservation, a technique used for centuries to extend the shelf life of vegetables. Nutritionally, the pickling process can increase the bioavailability of certain vitamins while introducing gut-healthy probiotics if fermented.