Sweet and tangy chopped pickle condiment
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
1 hr 30 min
Servings
24
3 cups
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Sweet and tangy chopped pickle condiment
A bright, crunchy relish made from finely chopped cucumbers, onions, and peppers in a sweet-tangy brine. This homemade version is fresher and more flavorful than store-bought relish.
20m
Prep Time
10m
Cook Time
90m
Total Time
24
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
(Updated )
Homemade pickle relish captures the taste of summer with fresh cucumbers and a balanced sweet-tangy brine. It is the essential condiment for hot dogs, burgers, and potato salad.
Toss diced cucumbers and onion with 1 tbsp salt. Let sit 1 hour, then drain and squeeze dry.
Combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, and 1/4 tsp turmeric in a saucepan.
Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves.
Add drained vegetables and simmer for 10 minutes until slightly softened but still crunchy.
Cool completely and transfer to clean jars. Refrigerate until cold before serving.
Serve with a fresh side salad for a balanced meal
Pair with your favorite grain or bread on the side
Garnish with fresh herbs for a beautiful presentation
Works well when cucumbers are out of season
Different sweetness profile but a nice variation
Dice the cucumbers very finely and uniformly for the best texture.
Add a diced red bell pepper for color and a finely diced jalapeno for heat.
Refrigerate in sealed jars for up to 1 month.
Serve cold. Not applicable for reheating.
Per serving (0mg) · 24 servings
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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