Hamburger Relish

Transform your burgers and barbecues with this zesty homemade Hamburger Relish—a vibrant combination of finely chopped cucumbers, red bell pepper, and onion, perfectly balanced with a sweet-tangy brine of white vinegar, sugar, and a medley of spices like mustard seeds, celery seeds, and turmeric. With just 20 minutes of prep, this easy relish recipe adds a fresh, flavorful kick to burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, or grilled meats. Its bold, tangy sweetness is the perfect way to brighten up your favorite dishes. Plus, it’s a great make-ahead condiment—just refrigerate for 24 hours to let the flavors develop fully. Say goodbye to store-bought condiments and hello to your new go-to topping!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups cucumbers, finely chopped
• 1 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon celery seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Start by thoroughly washing the cucumbers, bell pepper, and onion. Finely chop the vegetables into small, even pieces to ensure a consistent texture in the relish.

Step 2

Place the chopped cucumbers, red bell pepper, and onion into a large bowl. Sprinkle the kosher salt over the vegetables, mix well, and let the mixture sit for 1 hour to draw out excess moisture.

Step 3

After 1 hour, drain the vegetable mixture and rinse it thoroughly under cold water. Press out as much liquid as possible using a clean dish towel or cheesecloth.

Step 4

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, white vinegar, mustard seeds, celery seeds, turmeric powder, and water. Stir the mixture over medium heat until the sugar is fully dissolved and the brine starts to simmer.

Step 5

Add the drained vegetable mixture to the saucepan. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and let the relish simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the relish to cool slightly. Transfer the warm relish to sterilized mason jars or airtight containers.

Step 7

Seal the jars tightly and refrigerate the relish for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop. The relish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 8

Serve the hamburger relish as a condiment on burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, or as a flavorful topping for grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1297.2 grams (1297.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1047

Total Fat 5.00g	6%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 51mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 246.50g	90%
Dietary Fiber 10.80g	39%
Total Sugars 221.90g
Protein 9.70g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221mg	17%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1598mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 4.2%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 92.2%