Fermented Veggies Platter
Our Fermented Veggies Platter is a refreshing and crunchy snack that's also good for you. It's made with a variety of vegetables, including carrots, celery, cucumbers, cabbage, beets, onions, garlic, and ginger. The vegetables are cut into sticks or cubes and then combined in a large bowl with salt and any other spices or herbs you like. The vegetables are then left to stand for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours. This allows the vegetables to ferment, which gives them a slightly sour and tangy flavor. The fermented vegetables can be served as a snack or side dish.
Fermented vegetables have been a part of the human diet for centuries. They were first made in China over 2,000 years ago, and they were later brought to Europe by traders. Fermented vegetables were a popular way to preserve food before the advent of refrigeration, and they were also used as a source of vitamins and minerals. Today, fermented vegetables are still enjoyed by people all over the world. They are a healthy and delicious way to add flavor and nutrition to your diet.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
- Carrots
- Celery
- Cucumbers
- Cabbage
- Beets
- Onions
- Garlic
- Ginger
Instructions
- Cut all the vegetables into sticks or cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine all the vegetables, salt, and any other spices or herbs you like.
- Let the vegetables stand for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
- Serve the fermented vegetables as a snack or side dish.
Why It Works
- The fermentation process breaks down the vegetables' starches and sugars, which makes them easier to digest.
- Fermentation also produces lactic acid, which gives the vegetables their characteristic sour and tangy flavor.
- The lactic acid in fermented vegetables helps to preserve them, so they can be stored for long periods of time.
- Fermented vegetables are a good source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that can help to improve your gut health.