Picnic Corn Relish

Brighten up your next outdoor gathering with this zesty and colorful Picnic Corn Relish! Bursting with the sweetness of fresh corn kernels, the crunch of bell peppers, and the tang of white vinegar, this vibrant relish is seasoned to perfection with mustard seeds, celery seeds, and a hint of turmeric. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it's an easy yet impressive make-ahead recipe that thickens to the ideal consistency thanks to a quick cornstarch slurry. Serve this versatile condiment as a topping for hot dogs, burgers, or sandwiches, or pair it as a tangy side dish to complement grilled meats. This refrigerated relish is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the taste buds, making it the perfect addition to summer picnics, barbecues, or potlucks.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon celery seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Shuck the corn and cut the kernels off the cob until you have 3 cups of fresh corn kernels.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine the corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, and chopped red onion.

Step 3

Add the white vinegar, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, ground turmeric, kosher salt, and water to the saucepan.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and let the mixture simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften and the flavors meld.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.

Step 7

Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering relish, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 8

Continue cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the relish cool to room temperature. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Transfer the relish to a clean, airtight container or canning jars. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 11

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a topping for sandwiches, hot dogs, or grilled meats, or as a flavorful side dish at your next picnic.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1426.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1144.4

Total Fat 9.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 664.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 136.9g
Protein 23.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150.1mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 2132.1mg	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: 7.2%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 84.9%