Doner's Zucchini Relish

Brighten up your pantry with Doner's Zucchini Relish, a tangy, sweet, and subtly spiced condiment that’s perfect for summer’s surplus of zucchini! This easy homemade relish combines grated zucchini, crisp bell peppers, and onions with a vibrant blend of white vinegar, mustard seeds, turmeric, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a zesty kick. The vegetables are salted to draw out moisture, ensuring a perfectly balanced texture. Ideal as a topping for burgers, hot dogs, or sandwiches, or as a flavorful addition to charcuterie boards, this relish is versatile and delicious. With a cook time of just 45 minutes and the option to prepare for long-term canning, you’ll love the burst of homemade flavor year-round.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 medium (about 2 lbs total) Zucchini
• 1 large Onion
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons Salt
• 1.5 cups White vinegar
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 large Garlic cloves

Directions

Step 1

Wash the zucchini, onion, and bell peppers thoroughly. Trim the ends of the zucchini, peel the onion, and deseed the bell peppers.

Step 2

Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Finely chop the onion and bell peppers.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, chopped onion, and chopped bell peppers. Sprinkle the mixture with 2 tablespoons of salt and toss to combine evenly.

Step 4

Let the vegetable mixture sit for 1 hour to draw out excess moisture. After an hour, transfer the mixture to a colander and press out as much water as possible. Pat it dry with paper towels if needed.

Step 5

In a large stockpot, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, turmeric, ground black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mince or crush the garlic cloves and add them to the pot.

Step 6

Heat the mixture over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved completely.

Step 7

Add the drained vegetable mixture to the pot and bring it to a simmer. Lower the heat to medium and let it cook for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the relish has thickened slightly and the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Carefully taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or sugar to your preference.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the pot from heat. Allow the relish to cool for 5-10 minutes before transferring to sterilized jars or containers.

Step 10

Store the relish in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or process the jars in a boiling water bath for longer shelf life following canning guidelines.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4845.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2373.6

Total Fat 15.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 48697.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 524.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.7g	0%
Total Sugars 467.5g
Protein 46.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 690.8mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 9498.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.6%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 86.7%