Sweet Zucchini Pickles Recipe

Transform your overflowing summer zucchini harvest into these addictive sweet pickles! This easy recipe requires no canning experience – perfect for freezing or refrigerating. Sweet and tangy, these pickles are a fantastic side dish enjoyed by kids and adults alike. A family favorite, these pickles are a delicious reminder of summer, even in the dead of winter. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1470 mins
Calories 60.5 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Sweet Zucchini Pickles

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Zucchini Pickles

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How to Make Sweet Zucchini Pickles

  1. Combine 4 cups thinly sliced zucchini, 1 medium onion (thinly sliced), and 1 cup thinly sliced sweet bell pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of salt to the vegetable mixture.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour. This draws out excess moisture.
  4. Drain the zucchini mixture thoroughly in a colander.
  5. In a saucepan, combine 2 cups sugar, 2 cups white vinegar, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard seeds, 1 tablespoon celery seeds, and 1 tablespoon ground mustard.
  6. Bring the sugar and vinegar mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  7. Add the drained zucchini mixture to the boiling liquid.
  8. Return the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Remove from heat.
  10. Carefully spoon the hot pickle mixture into two clean pint-sized jars (or equivalent airtight containers).
  11. Allow the pickles to cool completely for at least 30 minutes.
  12. Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  13. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g