This refreshing garlic cucumber relish is a fantastic way to add a burst of freshness to your meals. Made with just two simple ingredients, it offers a crisp texture and a sharp, aromatic punch from the garlic. The raw cucumber provides a cool, juicy counterpoint to the pungent cloves, creating a balanced flavor profile that is both light and satisfying. It is incredibly versatile, serving as an excellent topping for grilled fish, chicken, or even as a side to heavy stews. This vegan, low-calorie condiment is quick to prepare and requires no cooking, making it an ideal addition to summer picnics or healthy weeknight dinners.
Easy Garlic Relish
Description
This refreshing garlic cucumber relish is a fantastic way to add a burst of freshness to your meals. Made with just two simple ingredients, it offers a crisp texture and a sharp, aromatic punch from the garlic. The raw cucumber provides a cool, juicy counterpoint to the pungent cloves, creating a balanced flavor profile that is both light and satisfying. It is incredibly versatile, serving as an excellent topping for grilled fish, chicken, or even as a side to heavy stews. This vegan, low-calorie condiment is quick to prepare and requires no cooking, making it an ideal addition to summer picnics or healthy weeknight dinners.Ingredients
Directions
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Wash the unwaxed garden cucumber thoroughly; do not peel it to retain texture and nutrients.
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Slice the cucumber into chunks small enough to fit into the food processor feed tube.
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Place the cucumber chunks and the two peeled garlic cloves into the bowl of a food processor.
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Pulse the mixture several times until it is coarsely chopped but still retains some crunch.
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Line a fine-mesh sieve or a coffee cone with a filter and place it over a bowl.
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Transfer the processed cucumber mixture into the lined sieve to drain excess moisture.
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Let the relish drain for at least one hour, or until the desired consistency is reached.
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Season the drained relish with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 5.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.8mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.4g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 0.3g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
