Zucchini Salsa
🕒 Cook Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 1 hour
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
🍽️ Recipe Category: Vegetable
🔍 Keywords: Canadian, Free Of…, Weeknight, Canning, < 4 Hours, Easy
👨🍳 Aggregated Rating: 5 stars (from 126 reviews)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 211.9
- Fat Content: 1.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 3826.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 46.2g
- Fiber Content: 6.1g
- Sugar Content: 34.9g
- Protein Content: 5.5g
Servings: 10-12 Pints
Description:
This delightful Zucchini Salsa recipe comes from a distant relation, offering a unique twist to traditional salsa. It’s a cherished family recipe, passed down through generations, and it’s absolutely delightful. For those craving a bit of heat, simply toss in a dozen finely chopped jalapenos. While some may opt for water bathing the jars, rest assured, meticulous sterilization and proper lid sealing are equally effective. However, if you prefer the added security, a quick 15-minute water bath works wonders.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Zucchini | 10 |
| Onions | 4 |
| Green Peppers | 2 |
| Pickling Salt | 2 1/4 |
| Dry Mustard | 1 |
| Garlic Powder | 2 |
| Cumin | 1 |
| White Vinegar | 2 |
| Brown Sugar | 1 |
| Red Pepper Flakes | 2 |
| Nutmeg | 1 |
| Pepper | 2 |
| Tomatoes | 1 |
| Cornstarch | 1 |
| Tomato Paste | 5 |
| Jalapenos | 12 |
Instructions:
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Day One: In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, onions, green peppers, red pepper, and pickling salt. Give them a good mix, cover the bowl, and allow it to stand overnight.
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Day Two: Rinse the mixture thoroughly, ensuring it’s well drained. Transfer it into a large pot.
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Add in the dry mustard, garlic powder, cumin, white vinegar, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, additional pickling salt, cornstarch, nutmeg, pepper, tomatoes, and tomato paste.
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Bring the pot to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Once the salsa is ready, pour it into sterilized jars, ensuring they are tightly sealed.
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For added assurance, consider water bathing the jars for 15 minutes if they haven’t sealed properly on their own.
This zucchini salsa is a perfect accompaniment to your favorite Mexican dishes, or simply enjoy it with some crispy tortilla chips for a flavorful snack. Whether you’re preserving the bounty of summer or just craving a taste of something unique, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of this delightful homemade salsa! 🌶️🍅
