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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." — Gail

Directions

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).

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PREP 50 mins
COOK 1 hr 10 mins
READY IN 12 hrs

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 07, 2011

I have made a similiar recipe for about 20 years now. Once you have tried this relish you never want to go back to store bought. The difference between this recipe & mine is.. I use apple cider vinegar, 4 cups sugar, 1 TBSLP dry mustard & 1/8 cayenne pepper and a 2 tsp. cornstarch. I found mine just perfect for sweetness. So, to all you relish users..... try it...You'll love it!!!!

—RACHEL

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Aug 29, 2011

This recipe may not be safe for canning due to lower acidity! With every addition you make of peppers, onions etc...you are lowering the acidity of this product. Using anything other than 5% vinegar will also render it unsafe. Water bath canning may not be appropriate. Remember...Botulism is deadly. "I haven't killed anyone yet'' isn't a good excuse. Please consult your extension office or contact the Ball Canning hotline prior to making this. They can assist you in determining the safety of these old recipes. ~A Master Food Preserver

—RecipeJunkie

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Jul 02, 2011

I made 2 versions. First one was as written and it was really good...but a little too sweet for our tastes...would be great on a hotdog! 2nd version, I reduced the sugar to 2 cups, and added 5 finely chopped and seeded jalapenos. I will make this EVERY year. Easy prep...doesn't involve a 4 day process.. Great recipe!

—ELLIS917

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Aug 14, 2009

Thank you for submitting this recipe! This is a wonderful use for the zucchini that seem to take over my garden over night. The only change I made was to sub a little of the white vinegar with cider vinegar as I was about 1/2 cup short. I used half-pint jars and processed for ten minutes. This is a keeper and I will be making it again and again!

—Pam-3BoysMama

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Apr 22, 2009

I have been making this relish for years. This is better than any sweet pickle relish I have ever had. Really yummy on hot dogs! I also make this with splenda for a sugar free version. Try it you'll like it : )

—LUVNGRAMS

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Oct 01, 2011

Great recipe, my review is for the recipe as stated. However, 6 cups of sugar, in my opinion is way too much. The ratio of sugar to vinegar should be the same. I used 2 cups of sugar and apple cider vinegar instead of white. I will definitly make this again with those changes.

—aliceandtrixie

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Jul 21, 2010

Love it! I did make a couple changes though. I used apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar and left out the cornstarch. I will use this recipe again!

—Dylan's Mom

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Aug 31, 2009

I like it hot, so, I added 4 thinnly sliced and seeded jalapenos to the batch. Nice zing.

—DGALER

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Nutrition

Calories
47 kcal
2%

Carbohydrates
11.9 g
4%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
0 g
< 1%

Fiber
0.3 g
1%

Protein
0.2 g
< 1%

Sodium
313 mg
13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Sweet Zucchini Relish

Serving Size: 1/112 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 112
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 47
Calories from Fat: < 1

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g < 1 %
Saturated Fat 0g < 1 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 313mg 13 %
** Potassium 45mg 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 11.9g 4 %
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1 %
Protein 0.2g < 1 %
Sugars 11.2g
Vitamin A 1 %
Vitamin C 8 %
Calcium < 1 %
Iron < 1 %
** Thiamin 1 %
** Niacin < 1 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium 1 %
** Folate 3 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.