Zucchini relish is a delightful condiment that adds a tangy, flavorful kick to any meal. It's made from fresh zucchini, vinegar, sugar, and a variety of spices. The resulting relish is a versatile condiment that can be used as a topping for hot dogs and hamburgers, or as a side dish with grilled meats or fish. It can also be used as a dip for vegetables or crackers, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Whether you're looking for a simple recipe to make your own zucchini relish at home, or you're interested in learning more about the different ways to use this tasty condiment, you'll find everything you need to know in this article.
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EASY ZUCCHINI RELISH
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
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
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
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
GRANDMA'S ZUCCHINI RELISH RECIPE
Provided by oldworldgardenfarms
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grate zucchini, onions and peppers in a food processor. Place in a large bowl and add salt. Mix well. Cover and let stand at room temperature 8-10 hours.
- Rinse thoroughly in a large strainer and drain well. Use the back of the spoon to push mixture against strainer to release as much water as you can.
- Place zucchini mixture in a large stockpot and add remaining ingredients.
- Mix well and bring to a boil. Keep at a low boil for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Place in sterilized pint jars and process in a hot water bath for 15 minutes (adjust for altitude).
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 grams, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat
ZUCCHINI RELISH WILEY
Provided by Patricia Wiley
Categories Condiment/Spread Onion Vinegar Bell Pepper Zucchini Chill Gourmet Kentucky
Yield Makes about 10 cups
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl stir together zucchini, onions, bell pepper, and salt until combined well. Chill vegetables, covered, at least 6 hours and up to 1 day.
- In a large colander drain vegetables and rinse a few times under cold water, draining well.
- In a stainless-steel or enameled kettle combine vegetables and remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Simmer relish, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes and with a sterilized spoon divide among 10 sterilized 8-ounce Mason-type jars (procedure follows). Pour remaining liquid over relish and cool completely. Wipe rims with a dampened cloth and seal jars with lids. Relish keeps, covered and chilled, 2 months.
- To sterilize jars and glasses for pickling and preserving:
- Wash the jars in hot suds and rinse them in scalding water. Put the jars in a kettle and cover them with hot water. Bring the water to a boil, covered, and boil the jars for 15 minutes from the time that steam emerges from the kettle. Turn off the heat and let the jars stand in the hot water. Just before they are to be filled invert the jars onto a kitchen towel to dry. (The jars should be filled while they are still hot.) Sterilize the jar lids for 5 minutes, or according to the manufacturer's instructions.
GLADYS' ZUCCHINI RELISH
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
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
ZUCCHINI RELISH
Homemade sweet relish is a great way to use up excess garden zucchini. For a more "store-bought" appearance, cut the vegetables into tiny pieces.
Provided by Renee Pottle
Categories Canning
Time 2h50m
Yield 8 half-pints
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot combine zucchini, onion, and peppers.
- Sprinkle with canning salt and cover with cold water. Let sit 2 hours.
- Drain and rinse.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot combine vinegar, sugar and seeds.
- Bring mixture to a boil. Add vegetable mixture and stir to combine.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Ladle hot mixture into 8 half-pint jars. Adjust the two-piece caps and process in the water bath canner for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the canner and let cool. As with all pickled products, the relish will have increased flavor if allowed to sit for three weeks before using.
ZUCCHINI RELISH
This is a sweet relish that is made from all the zucchini that people give you during the summer. I have been making this for a good many years. Once you make your own relish, you will never want to buy it. It calls for chopped veggies and I do chop them first, but then put them in the food processor for a couple of seconds. You do not want it mush, but I like it a tad finer than I can chop.
Provided by Mimi in Maine
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 pints
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix all the veggies and salt and let it sit overnight.
- Rinse and drain.
- In a large kettle mix the sugar and cornstarch together; mix well.
- Add the rest of the sauce ingredients.
- Bring to boil and add the veggies.
- Simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Seal in hot sterile jars; put the lids on and then put in a water bath for about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 686.4, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 4385.8, Carbohydrate 169.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 158.4, Protein 3.6
Tips:
- Choose fresh, firm zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
- Grate the zucchini coarsely to ensure even cooking.
- Use a variety of colors of peppers for a more vibrant relish.
- Taste the relish as you cook it and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
- Allow the relish to cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator.
Conclusion:
Zucchini relish is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of ways. It is a great addition to sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, and tacos. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for vegetables or crackers. No matter how you choose to use it, zucchini relish is a delicious and easy way to add some extra flavor to your meals.
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