Easy Zucchini Relish Recipe

Toss zucchini and onion with salt in a large bowl. Refrigerate overnight to drain. Rinse vegetables with cold water and drain well.

Mix dry mustard celery seed nutmeg and black pepper in a bowl.

Heat vinegar sugar spice mix zucchini mixture and red bell pepper in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer until vegetables are tender about 25 minutes.

Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the vegetables into the hot sterilized jars filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.

Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil cover the pot and process for 25 minutes.

Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface several inches apart until cool. Once cool press the top of each lid with a finger ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).