Watermelon Rind Basil Lime Relish

Pickled Watermelon Rind

• 2 cups diced peeled watermelon rind with thin layer of pink flesh attached (1/2-inch pieces)
• 1 tbsp. pickling salt
• 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 8 coriander seeds
• 8 peppercorns
• 4 allspice berries
• 4 coins fresh gingerroot
• 3 whole cloves

Relish

• 1/2 cup diced watermelon
• Prepared pickled watermelon rinds
• 1 tbsp. freshly grated lime zest
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp. honey
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 cup finely diced onion
• 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
• 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh mint leaves