My Favorite Relish
Brighten up your dishes with "My Favorite Relish," a vibrant and zesty homemade condiment bursting with fresh flavors! This quick pickled relish combines finely diced cucumbers, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion for a delightful crunch. Infused with a tangy blend of white vinegar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and a touch of turmeric, this recipe strikes a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes. Ready in under an hour with simple ingredients, it’s an easy way to elevate burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, or grilled meats. Store it in the fridge to enjoy its bold, refreshing flavors for two weeks—perfect for summer cookouts or everyday meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumbers, finely diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup yellow bell pepper, finely diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon celery seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumbers, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion into small, uniform pieces for even texture.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, bell peppers, and red onion. Sprinkle the kosher salt over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Let sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
While the vegetables are resting, prepare the pickling liquid. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and ground turmeric. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
After resting, drain and rinse the salted vegetables thoroughly to remove excess salt. Pat the vegetables dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Add the prepared vegetables to the saucepan with the simmering pickling liquid. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to slightly soften and absorb the flavors.
Remove the relish from the heat and let it cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean, sterilized jar or airtight container.
Store the relish in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight) before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop. The relish will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Serve the relish as a condiment with grilled meats, burgers, or hot dogs, or use it as a flavorful addition to sandwiches and appetizers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1813 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.6 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1778 mg | 38% | |
*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.
