Description
A delicious and easy-to-make zucchini relish that adds a burst of flavor to your meals.
Ingredients
- 4 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 cup grated onion (about 1 medium onion)
- 1 cup grated carrot (about 1 medium carrot)
- 1 cup bell pepper, finely chopped (any color)
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon celery seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, onion, carrot, bell pepper, and salt. Mix well and let it sit for about 1 hour to draw out moisture.
- After an hour, drain the mixture in a colander and rinse with cold water to remove excess salt. Squeeze out any remaining moisture.
- In a large pot, combine the apple cider vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric, black pepper, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the drained vegetable mixture to the pot and stir well. Bring the mixture back to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While the relish is simmering, prepare canning jars by sterilizing them in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- Once the relish has thickened slightly, remove it from heat and carefully ladle it into the sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth to ensure a good seal.
- Seal the jars with lids and process them in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure preservation.
- Allow the jars to cool completely at room temperature. Store in a cool, dark place for up to a year.
Notes
- For a spicier relish, add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes or a finely chopped jalapeño to the mixture.
- Substitute half of the zucchini with grated yellow squash for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg