Cool Cucumber Relish
Bright, tangy, and bursting with crunch, this Cool Cucumber Relish is the ultimate condiment to elevate your favorite dishes. Made with finely diced cucumbers, red bell peppers, and white onion, this refreshing relish is infused with a zesty vinegar base that's perfectly seasoned with mustard seeds, celery seeds, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Quick and easy to prepare, it comes together in just 20 minutes, with minimal cooking required. After a brief chill in the fridge, this vibrant relish is ready to serve, adding a fresh, sweet-tangy flavor to burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, or even grilled meats. Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or looking to upgrade your weekday meals, this refrigerator-friendly recipe will become your new go-to topping.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized cucumber
- 1 small white onion
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon celery seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers, then finely dice them into small pieces.
Peel the onion and finely chop it into small, uniform pieces.
Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then finely dice it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cucumbers, onion, and red bell pepper.
In a small saucepan, combine white vinegar, granulated sugar, kosher salt, mustard seeds, celery seeds, crushed red pepper flakes, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar and salt dissolve, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumber mixture in the bowl. Stir well to combine, making sure the vegetables are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a condiment or relish on burgers, hot dogs, or sandwiches. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 619 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1039 mg | 22% | |
*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.
