Sweet and Snappy Zucchini Relish - Small Batch

Combine zucchini, onion and sweet pepper in a large non-reactive bowl. Sprinkle with salt, stir well. Let stand 1 hour.

Drain through a sieve, rinse and drain again, pressing out excess water.

Combine drained vegetables, sugar, vinegar, mustard, celery seed, hot pepper flakes and turmeric in a large stainless steel saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and boil gently, uncovered until vegetables are tender - about 15 minutes.

Blend water and cornstarch; stir. Cook 5 minutes or until liquid thickens and turns clear, stirring often.

Ladle into hot, sterilized jars to within 1/2" of rim. Wipe rims, add hot lids and rings.

Process in boiling water bath 10 minutes for half-pint jars, 15 minutes for pint jars.