Zesty Dill Cucumber Relish
This Zesty Dill Cucumber Relish is a delightful blend of fresh cucumbers, peppers, and spices, creating a tangy and crunchy condiment that elevates any meal. Perfect for summer picnics, barbeques, or simply as a topping for your favorite sandwiches, this relish is made from a medley of garden-fresh vegetables combined with a zesty vinegar mixture. With its vibrant flavors and a hint of dill, this relish will become an essential addition to your pantry, providing delicious, homemade flavor that you just can’t find in store-bought versions. Each jar preserves the taste of summer and is sure to impress family and friends alike.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Ground or diced cucumbers
12 1/2 cups (ground or diced)
Ground green peppers
3 cups (ground)
Red bell peppers
1 1/2 cups (ground)
Finely diced or ground celery
5 cups (finely diced or ground)
Salt
3/4 cup (none)
White vinegar
6 cups (none)
Mustard seeds
3 tablespoons (none)
Dill seeds
8 tablespoons (none)
Garlic powder
4 teaspoons (for taste)
Finely diced or ground onions
5 cups (finely diced or ground)
Celery seeds
2 tablespoons (none)
Instructions
1
Prepare all vegetables by using a coarse blade on a grinder to chop them finely.
2
In a large bowl, combine the chopped cucumbers, green peppers, red bell peppers, celery, and onions.
3
Sprinkle the mixed vegetables with salt and cover them with cold water. Let them stand for 4 hours to draw out excess moisture.
4
After 4 hours, drain the vegetable mixture thoroughly in a colander, pressing out any excess liquid.
5
In a large pot, combine the white vinegar, celery seeds, mustard seeds, and dill seeds. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to ensure the seeds are well mixed.
6
Once boiling, stir in the drained vegetable mixture and reduce the heat to simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7
While the relish is simmering, prepare canning jars by sterilizing them and placing them in a hot water bath.
8
After 10 minutes, carefully pack the hot relish into the prepared jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top.
9
Secure the jars with lids and screw bands firmly tight.
10
Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to seal them properly.
11
Once processed, remove jars from the water bath and let them cool completely on a clean towel or cooling rack.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Dill Cucumber Relish?
It is a tangy and crunchy condiment made from fresh cucumbers, peppers, and spices, perfect for summer picnics and barbeques.
What vegetables are included in this relish recipe?
The recipe includes cucumbers, green peppers, red bell peppers, celery, and onions.
How long do the vegetables need to stand in salt water?
The chopped vegetables should stand in salt and cold water for 4 hours.
Why must the vegetables sit for 4 hours?
This process helps to draw out excess moisture from the vegetables before canning.
What type of vinegar is used for this relish?
The recipe calls for 6 cups of white vinegar.
How many cups of cucumbers are needed?
You will need 12 1/2 cups of ground or diced cucumbers.
What is the recommended preparation for the vegetables?
Vegetables should be prepared using a coarse blade on a grinder to chop them finely.
Which spices provide the dill flavor in this relish?
Dill seeds are used to provide the signature flavor, specifically 8 tablespoons.
How long should the relish simmer before canning?
The mixture should simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
How much salt is required for the soaking process?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of salt.
Are mustard seeds used in this recipe?
Yes, 3 tablespoons of mustard seeds are included in the vinegar mixture.
How many cups of celery are used?
The recipe uses 5 cups of finely diced or ground celery.
What quantity of onions is needed?
You will need 5 cups of finely diced or ground onions.
How do I prepare the jars for canning?
Jars should be sterilized and placed in a hot water bath while the relish simmers.
How much headspace should be left in the jars?
Leave about 1/2 inch of space at the top of each jar.
What is the processing time in the boiling water bath?
The jars should be processed for 10 minutes to ensure they seal properly.
Does this recipe include garlic?
Yes, 4 teaspoons of garlic powder are added for taste.
How many green peppers are required?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of ground green peppers.
How much red bell pepper is needed?
You need 1 1/2 cups of ground red bell peppers.
What should I do after the vegetables have soaked for 4 hours?
Drain them thoroughly in a colander and press out any excess liquid.
What are the serving suggestions for this relish?
It is ideal for sandwiches, burgers, or as a general topping for meals.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
Is celery seed used in addition to celery?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of celery seeds are added to the vinegar mixture.
How should the jars be cooled after processing?
Let them cool completely on a clean towel or a cooling rack.
Is this relish spicy?
The recipe is described as zesty and tangy rather than hot.
What makes this relish better than store-bought?
It uses garden-fresh vegetables and provides a homemade flavor that is hard to find in stores.
Can I use this relish for summer barbeques?
Absolutely, it is specifically noted as being perfect for barbeques and summer picnics.
Does this recipe contain sugar?
No, based on the provided ingredient list, there is no added sugar.
What equipment is needed to chop the vegetables?
A grinder with a coarse blade is recommended for a fine chop.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to prepare all vegetables by using a coarse blade on a grinder to chop them finely.