Sweet and Spicy Pickle Relish

Sweet & Spicy Pickle Relish

Prep time: 20 min

Cook time: 45 min

Serving: 5 pint jars

Ingredients:

• 3 cups green pepper, grated

• 3 cups pickling cucumber, grated

• 1 cup onion, minced or grated

• 2 cups apple cider vinegar

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp kosher salt

• 1 tbsp mustard seed

• ½ tsp celery seed

• 1 tsp red chili flakes

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Instructions:

• Add onion, cucumber, and green pepper to the pot. Add 1 cup of apple cider vinegar and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain the vegetables and discard the liquid. Add the vegetables back to the pot.

• Add remaining vinegar, spices, and sugar and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat.

• Fill the jars, wipe the rims, and apply lids and rings.

• Process the jars into the water bath canner for 10 minutes.

• Remove the jars from the pot.

• When done, store it in a cool place for up to 1 year.

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Nutrition:

Calories 707, Protein 11g, Carbohydrate 104g, Fat 26g, Sugar 1g

Cooking Tips:

• Use a mix of finely chopped cucumbers and peppers for great texture and color.

• Let the relish chill for at least 24 hours so the flavors can fully develop.

• Adjust the spice level by tweaking the type and amount of chili you add—start small!

Serving Suggestions:

• Spoon onto burgers, sausages, or veggie dogs for a flavor-packed topping.

• Stir into tuna or egg salad for a tangy twist.

• Serve with crackers and sharp cheese for a quick, punchy appetizer.

I hope you love this recipe as much as I do! Let me know how it turned out for you, or share your own twist in the comments!