Sweet Zucchini Relish Recipe
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Sweet Zucchini Relish

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

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Prep Time:
50 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 10 Min
Ready In:
12 Hrs

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Original Recipe Yield 7 pint jars
 

Ingredients

  • 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 1/2 cups white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons celery seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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).

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 47 | Total Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 22, 2009 by LUVNGRAMS 
I have been making this relish for years. This is better than any sweet pickle relish I have... MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2009 by Pam-3BoysMama Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Thank you for submitting this recipe! This is a wonderful use for the zucchini that seem to... MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2009 by Lisa L. 
I've been looking for a way to use up some of the zucchini from my garden, so when I found... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2009 by June42 
I made this last year at the end of zucchini season and my family can't get enough !!! Will... MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 31, 2009 by DGALER 
I like it hot, so, I added 4 thinnly sliced and seeded jalapenos to the batch. Nice zing. MORE
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Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2008 by Sue K. 
Great recipe!!! Everyone loves my relish. MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2009 by ANNEWI 
Thank so much! just made this yesterday and tried it for lunch today, just like my mom made. I... MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2009 by Diane 
EXCELLENT!!! Everyone loves it, I will be making it this year again. MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2009 by Sherry 
I lost my zucchini relish recipe and it has been so sad. Thank you for making this recipe... MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2009 by Terry R. 
My family raves about this relish. The flavor brings back memories of grandma's homemade... MORE

 
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