Sweet Zucchini Relish

Name: Sweet Zucchini Relish
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 5 pints.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Recipes
Ingredients: 10 cups shredded zucchini (about 3-1/2 pounds); 4 large onions, chopped; 2 medium green peppers, chopped; 2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped; 1/3 cup canning salt; 2-1/2 cups sugar; 2-1/2 cups cider vinegar; 4 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1 teaspoon celery seed; 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Classic relish is made with cucumbers, but this sweet and tangy topper is packed with zucchini, peppers and onions. I use it on burgers, sandwiches and in any recipes that normally call for pickle relish. —Jyl Basinger, Cave City, Arkansas

Ingredients

10 cups shredded zucchini (about 3-1/2 pounds)
4 large onions, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
2 medium sweet red peppers, chopped
1/3 cup canning salt
2-1/2 cups sugar
2-1/2 cups cider vinegar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large container, combine the zucchini, onions, peppers and salt. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Drain; rinse and drain again.
In a stockpot, combine the sugar, vinegar, cornstarch and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add zucchini mixture; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 12-15 minutes or until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat.
Carefully ladle hot mixture into hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids. Process for 15 minutes in a boiling-water canner. Refrigerate remaining relish for up to 1 week.

Editor's Note

The processing time listed is for altitudes of 1,000 feet or less. For altitudes up to 3,000 feet, add 5 minutes; 6,000 feet, add 10 minutes; 8,000 feet, add 15 minutes; 10,000 feet, add 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 67 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 288mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein.

Originally published as Sweet Zucchini Relish in Healthy Cooking August/September 2012

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vputnam

Aug 12, 2017

Delicious relish!! Easy to make. I make it to give as gifts, it is that good!!
boxergirls

Aug 31, 2012

Wonderful recipe. Blue Ribbon winner at local county fair. Even those who do not care for relish like it!!