Dilled Green Tomato Relish
Transform your garden's end-of-season green tomatoes into a tangy and herbaceous masterpiece with this Dilled Green Tomato Relish! Packed with fresh green tomatoes, crisp red bell peppers, and aromatic onions, this relish is simmered to perfection in a sweet-tart brine of white vinegar, granulated sugar, and bold spices like mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric. A generous handful of fragrant fresh dill ties everything together, making this relish a versatile condiment for hot dogs, burgers, grilled vegetables, or even as a flavor-packed addition to salads and dips. With its vibrant flavor and satisfying crunch, this recipe is perfect for canning or simply storing in the fridge to enjoy throughout the season. Whether you're looking for a creative way to use green tomatoes or just love unique DIY condiments, this relish is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups green tomatoes
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1.5 cups white vinegar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon celery seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
Instructions
Wash the green tomatoes, onion, and red bell pepper thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes, chop the onion finely, and seed and dice the red bell pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper with the kosher salt. Toss well to ensure even coverage. Let the mixture sit for about 30 minutes. This will draw out excess moisture from the vegetables.
After 30 minutes, drain the vegetables in a colander and rinse under cold water to remove the excess salt. Pat the mixture dry with clean paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, combine the vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and ground turmeric. Stir the mixture and heat over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved and the liquid begins to simmer.
Add the drained vegetable mixture to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the seasoned vinegar mixture.
Bring the relish mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally. The vegetables should soften, and the liquid should reduce slightly to form a thick relish consistency.
During the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the chopped fresh dill.
Remove the pot from heat and let the relish cool slightly. If you plan to can the relish, prepare sterilized jars and follow safe canning procedures for long-term storage. Otherwise, transfer the cooled relish to airtight containers and refrigerate. It tastes best after sitting for 24 hours for the flavors to develop.
Serve the Dilled Green Tomato Relish as a topping for hot dogs, burgers, or grilled vegetables, or mix it into grain salads or dips for an extra zing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 7.7 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3772 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 302.4 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3757 mg | 80% | |
*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.
