Best 9 Zucchini Barbecue Relish Recipes

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Zucchini barbecue relish is a delectable condiment that adds a tangy and smoky flavor to any barbecue gathering. Made from shredded zucchini, vinegar, sugar, and spices, this relish is the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, poultry, or fish. Whether you are a seasoned griller or just starting out, this article will provide you with the best recipe for zucchini barbecue relish that will elevate your next barbecue to a whole new level.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ZUCCHINI RELISH



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This is a delicious relish that can be used in any way you use regular pickle relish. This recipe makes about 14 jelly-size jars.

Provided by Connie Weitzel

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes

Time 8h45m

Yield 100

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 cups shredded zucchini
4 cups chopped onion
5 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 ½ teaspoons celery seed
¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 ½ cups apple cider vinegar
5 cups white sugar
1 red bell pepper, chopped
14 half pint canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Toss zucchini and onion with salt in a large bowl. Refrigerate overnight to drain. Rinse vegetables with cold water and drain well.
  • Mix dry mustard, celery seed, nutmeg, and black pepper in a bowl.
  • Heat vinegar, sugar, spice mix, zucchini mixture, and red bell pepper in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the vegetables into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 11.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 351 mg, Sugar 10.6 g

SWEET ZUCCHINI RELISH



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

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 5 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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

Steps:

  • 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, until slightly thickened, 12-15 minutes. 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 288mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI



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A grilling recipe that is easy to prepare, tasty as a appetizer or a side dish.

Provided by Garry Glazebrook

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Grilled Zucchini Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 small zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk olive oil, sea salt, garlic, rosemary, and black pepper together in a bowl; brush evenly onto zucchini strips.
  • Cook on preheated grill until brown, 5 to 7 minutes per side; transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over zucchini to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 307.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

ZUCCHINI RELISH



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A simple, colorful recipe prepared from fresh garden vegetables. Goes especially well with salmon.

Provided by nostatic

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup chopped zucchini
½ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped red bell pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the zucchini, onion, sugar, basil, red pepper, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 149.6 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SWEET ZUCCHINI RELISH



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My mother's sweet zucchini relish is a family favorite. It's delicious on hamburgers and hot dogs.

Provided by Gail

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 12h

Yield 112

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini
4 cups chopped onion
5 tablespoons canning salt
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
6 cups white sugar
2 ½ cups white vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¾ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 ½ teaspoons celery seed
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the zucchini and onion in a large, non-metallic bowl, and sprinkle the salt overtop. Use your hands to evenly mix the salt throughout the zucchini. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • The following day, drain the zucchini in a colander, and rinse well with cool water. Squeeze out excess water and set aside. Place the red and green bell pepper, sugar, vinegar, and cornstarch into a large pot. Add the nutmeg, turmeric, celery seed and pepper. Stir to combine, then add the drained zucchini. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, sterilize 7 one-pint jars and lids to hold relish. Pack relish into sterilized jars, making sure there are no spaces or air pockets. Fill jars all the way to top. Screw on lids.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with boiling water. Carefully lower jars into pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary, until tops of jars are covered by 2 inches of water. Bring water to a full boil, then cover and process for 30 minutes.
  • Remove jars from pot and place on cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press top of each lid with finger, ensuring that seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 313 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

GLADYS' ZUCCHINI RELISH



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This yummy recipe was given to me by my Stepmom. It was always a hit on our summer table and goes great with hotdogs, hamburgers, roasts and just about anything. Prep/Cook times do not include letting the mixture stand overnight to season.

Provided by Judith N.

Categories     Chutneys

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 pints, 96 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 cups fresh zucchini, unpeeled and ground (about 4 large)
4 cups ground onions
5 tablespoons salt
2 1/4 cups white vinegar
4 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons celery salt
1 tablespoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon turmeric
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 green pepper, finely chopped
1 sweet red pepper, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 listed ingredients together well and let stand overnight.
  • In morning, drain; rinse in cold water and drain again.
  • In large kettle mix the next 8 ingredients and bring to a boil.
  • After a boil is reached, add the zucchini mix along with the green and red sweet pepper.
  • Bring to a boil again.
  • Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
  • Pour into hot jars and process in hot water bath for 5 minutes, to seal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 365.2, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 10.1, Protein 0.3

GRANDMA'S ZUCCHINI RELISH



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This is a great recipe that is good on burger's and hot dogs. It is also great as an accompaniment to meat and potatoes. I double or triple this recipe every fall when Zucchini are plentiful. I usually end up giving a jar of this to everyone who tries it. Prep time is approximate and does not include sitting overnight. I cut my prep time by using a food processor to grate the veggies.

Provided by melsmom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h45m

Yield 8 Pints

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 cups zucchini, chopped fine or grated
4 cups onions, grated
2 cups sweet red peppers, grated
5 tablespoons salt
2 1/2 cups cider vinegar
4 cups sugar
1 tablespoon dry mustard
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3/4 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 1/4 teaspoons celery seeds
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the vegetables with the salt in a large non-reactive bowl.
  • Leave to sit overnight.
  • Day 2: Rinse vegetables in cold water and drain well.
  • Mix the sauce ingredients in a large pot and cook until mixture starts to thicken.
  • Add the vegetables now.
  • Cook for 30 minutes boiling slowly.
  • Pack in hot, sterilized jar and seal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 4385.4, Carbohydrate 117.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 109.8, Protein 3.8

ZESTY ZUCCHINI RELISH



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What did a neighbor leave a large over sized zucchini on your porch? What to do with it? This is a great way to savor the summer squash. Just be sure to remove all the seed and soft white center. This recipe is spicy with an Asian touch. Wonderful on Grilled salmon burgers. Or place some in your next sushi rolls. This is a take off of my recipe #252920. Enjoy!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Onions

Time 1h30m

Yield 7-8 1/2 pints

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 very large zucchini, 8 cups shredded zucchini
4 onions, 3 cups shredded
4 bell peppers, 3 cups shredded
3 green chili peppers, roasted
6 -8 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup canning salt
3 cups vinegar
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds or 1 teaspoon celery seed
1 -2 teaspoon wasabi powder
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon cilantro or 1 tablespoon culantro
green food coloring

Steps:

  • Place the Brine soak ingredients in a glass or stainless steel container. Sprinkle with canning salt and cover with cold water. Let stand for 1 hour or refrigerate overnight, rinse well and drain. Squeeze out excess water. You`ll have 4 cups of well packed veggies.
  • In a large heavy bottom pot prepare vinegar solution by adding all it`s ingredients bring to a boil then add the drained vegetables and simmer for 10 minute Add food coloring if desired.
  • Fill jars, leaving 1/4-inch head-space. Process pints for 10 minute in boiling-water canner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.5, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 8095.2, Carbohydrate 56.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 48.9, Protein 2.3

ZUCCHINI RELISH



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Got this from a co-worker who got it from a friend of hers. This is the best zucchini relish I've ever had. We put it on white beans, hot dogs, in tuna salad, chicken salad, ham salad, and sometimes have it as a side dish. It is really good.

Provided by Mrs. Hughes

Categories     Sauces

Time P1DT1h

Yield 6 pints

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 cups zucchini, rind and seeds, too
4 cups onions
1 red bell pepper
1 green bell pepper
5 tablespoons salt
2 1/2 cups cider vinegar
5 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Simmer 30 minutes.
  • Pour in sterilized, hot jars and seal.
  • Use enamel or earthenware utensils, not aluminum.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.8, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 5844.3, Carbohydrate 205, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 193.1, Protein 4

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
  • Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor fitted with a grating blade. This will help the zucchini cook evenly.
  • Be sure to drain the zucchini well after grating to remove excess moisture. This will help prevent the relish from becoming too watery.
  • Use a variety of bell peppers for a more colorful and flavorful relish. Red, orange, and yellow bell peppers all work well.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar in the recipe to suit your taste. If you like a sweeter relish, add more sugar. If you prefer a tangier relish, add more vinegar.
  • Can the relish in sterilized jars for up to one year. This is a great way to preserve the relish and enjoy it all year long.

Conclusion:

Zucchini barbecue relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It's perfect for topping grilled meats, fish, and vegetables. It can also be used as a sandwich spread or as a dipping sauce for chips and crackers. No matter how you choose to use it, zucchini barbecue relish is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to use zucchini, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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