Grandpa Mitchell's Zucchini Jelly

Capture the taste of summer with "Grandpa Mitchell's Zucchini Jelly," a unique, sweet spread that transforms humble zucchini into a vibrant, pineapple-infused delight. This quick and easy recipe combines grated zucchini, sugar, tangy lemon juice, and tangy pineapple-flavored gelatin to create a beautiful, glossy jelly that's perfect for toast, biscuits, or even dolloping over yogurt. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this homemade jelly is a nostalgic nod to old-fashioned canning traditions and a clever way to use up an abundance of garden zucchini. Make it in bulk and preserve the jars for up to a year, ensuring you can savor its sweet, fruity flavor long after zucchini season has passed!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 64

Ingredients

• 4 cups (grated, peeled, and seeds removed) zucchini
• 4 cups sugar
• 0.333 cup lemon juice
• 6 ounces (2 standard 3-oz boxes) pineapple-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the zucchini. Trim both ends, remove any seeds from the core, and then grate the zucchini until you have 4 cups of grated zucchini.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine the grated zucchini and sugar. Stir well to evenly distribute the sugar.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the zucchini has softened and appears translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the lemon juice and pineapple-flavored gelatin. Mix until the gelatin is fully dissolved and the liquid is smooth.

Step 6

Raise the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully ladle the hot jelly into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4 inch of headspace at the top of each jar.

Step 8

Seal the jars tightly with sterilized lids and allow them to cool to room temperature. For longer storage, process the jars in a water bath canner according to your local canning guidelines.

Step 9

Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Once opened, refrigerate and use within 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2500.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4396.1

Total Fat 4.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6375.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1075.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1058.2g
Protein 30.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102.8mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 1400.3mg	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: 0.9%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 96.4%