sweet pepper relish

Common ingredients include bell or roasted peppers plus typical pickling components such as onions, vinegar, sugar, salt, and spices. Some roasted pepper jars also list water and citric acid.

Listings include labels such as Kosher, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO ingredients, and notes about the absence of major allergens on some options.

Many jarred peppers and relishes are labeled with a sweet pickling flavor. Several descriptions pair that sweetness with mild heat or "sweet-heat" notes.

Descriptions range from straightforward sweet or sweet-pickled flavors to sweet-and-spicy or sweet-heat options. Some jars also note a roasted character with slight, mild heat.

They’re used as toppings for sandwiches, hamburgers, and hot dogs; as dips or spreads; paired with cheese boards or spooned over cream cheese; and used as a glaze for chicken or shrimp.