Description

Zucchini Relish Recipe is a flavorful and vibrant condiment blending diced zucchini, onions, and red bell peppers with aromatic spices. This relish is prepared by salting and draining the vegetables, simmering them in a sweet-tangy vinegar solution with mustard, turmeric, and celery seed, then canning for long-term storage. Perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or as a festive addition to charcuterie boards, this homemade relish offers a zesty crunch and bright color. Ideal for using up garden zucchini and adding homemade charm to your pantry, this recipe is ideal for preserving summer flavors all year long.

Ingredients

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8 cups diced zucchini
2 large onions, diced
2 red bell peppers, diced
3 tbsp salt
2 cups white vinegar
1½ cups sugar
2 tsp celery seed
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp dry mustard
½ tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Combine diced zucchini, onions, peppers, and salt in a large bowl.
Let the mixture stand for 2 hours, then drain and rinse thoroughly.
In a large pot, combine white vinegar, sugar, celery seed, turmeric, dry mustard, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
Add the drained vegetables to the pot and stir well.
Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
Carefully pack the hot relish into sterilized jars.
Process jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to seal.
Cool, label, and store jars in a cool, dark place.

Notes

Substitute yellow squash for zucchini or sweet bell peppers for a milder taste. Use apple cider vinegar for a fruitier tang if desired. The relish can be made ahead and improves in flavor after a week. Store unopened jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year; refrigerate after opening and use within a month. If your relish is too watery, simmer longer. For crisper relish, avoid overcooking. Use non-reactive pots for best flavor retention.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Canning
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 30
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg