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Sweet zucchini relish with diced zucchini, onion, and bell pepper in a glossy, chunky mixture of green, white, and red pieces.

Sweet Zucchini Relish with Onion and Bell Pepper

Sweet zucchini relish with grated zucchini, onion, and bell pepper in a tangy vinegar brine. A small-batch condiment ready in 135 minutes and yields 6 servings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Rest Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups zucchini 480 g, grated
  • 1 cup onion 160 g, finely chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper 150 g, finely chopped
  • 2 cups sugar 400 g
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar 240 mL
  • 1 tbsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tbsp celery seed
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Shred zucchini, then dust with salt. Allow to rest 1 hour.
  2. Under cold running water, wash the zucchini and squeeze out excess liquid.
  3. Combine in a bowl the zucchini, onion, bell pepper, sugar, vinegar, mustard seeds, celery seed, turmeric, and salt.
  4. Move the mixture into a pot, heat to boiling, then reduce to a simmer for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Ladle the relish into sanitized jars, leaving headspace, and close tightly.
  6. (Optional) Process in a water bath for 10-15 minutes.