7 Zucchini and Squash Pickle Recipes to Make With Excess Produce

Zucchini Pickles

Here's a smart tip from reviewer Katie Wessman: Use your leftover pickling liquid from this recipe to make a tangy barbecue sauce with tomato sauce and cornstarch.

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Sweet Chunk Zucchini Pickles

An ample amount of sugar makes these chunky zucchini pickle cubes extra sweet and totally irresistible.

Pikle z cukinii (Pickled Zucchini)

This colorful mix of pickled zucchini, onions, and carrots makes a "great addition to cold cuts, picnics and buffets," according to recipe creator Jola.

Pickled Squash

Use your excess yellow summer squash and zucchini to make these simple pickles. If you don't have any mustard seed on hand, you can use pickling spice instead.

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Refrigerator Giardiniera

Giardiniera, a relish of pickled vegetables in vinegar and oil, is an Italian antipasto that everyone at your table will love. This quick refrigerator version will find a permanent place in your recipe box.

Sweet Zucchini Relish

This zucchini relish with bell peppers and onions is seasoned with a sweet and savory mix of sugar, nutmeg, turmeric, and black pepper.

Squash Relish

"This relish is by far better than any cucumber relish," raves 5-star reviewer msddsk. "I make this every year and it is the only relish my family wants me to use."

More Inspiration

Looking for more ideas? Find inspiration in our collection of 40 Foods You Can Pickle. Plus, explore all of our Pickle Recipes.

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