Mom's Cucumber Relish

Capture the essence of summer’s bounty with Mom’s Cucumber Relish, a tangy-sweet condiment that will elevate your favorite dishes. Made with fresh cucumbers, crisp bell peppers, and sweet onions, this homemade relish bursts with flavor and texture, perfectly balanced by a blend of white vinegar, sugar, and aromatic spices like celery seeds, mustard seeds, and turmeric. The recipe combines classic canning techniques with simple preparation, making it an ideal choice for preserving seasonal produce. Whether spooned onto burgers, paired with grilled meats, or added as a zesty topping for sandwiches, this easy cucumber relish is a versatile addition to any pantry. Plus, it makes up to 80 servings, letting you enjoy its vibrant, homemade goodness all year long!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 80

Ingredients

• 10 medium cucumbers
• 4 medium onions
• 2 medium green bell peppers
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup coarse salt
• 2.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2.5 cups white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon celery seeds
• 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the cucumbers, then finely chop them. Finely dice the onions, green bell peppers, and red bell pepper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers. Sprinkle the coarse salt over the vegetables and mix well.

Step 3

Cover the vegetable mixture and let it sit for 4 hours, allowing the salt to draw out excess water.

Step 4

After 4 hours, drain the vegetables in a colander and rinse thoroughly to remove excess salt. Squeeze out as much water as possible by pressing the mixture gently with your hands or a clean kitchen towel.

Step 5

In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, white vinegar, celery seeds, mustard seeds, and turmeric powder. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 6

Add the drained vegetable mixture to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Carefully spoon the hot relish into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/4-inch of headspace. Ensure the edges of the jars are clean before sealing with sterilized lids.

Step 8

Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure proper preservation.

Step 9

Remove the jars from the water bath and allow them to cool completely. Check that the lids have sealed properly by pressing on the center of each lid. If it pops back, the jar has not sealed and should be refrigerated immediately.

Step 10

Store the sealed jars in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4038.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2672.7

Total Fat 8.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 45722.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 639.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 569.9g
Protein 24.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 648.1mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 5144.1mg	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: 2.9%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 93.5%