Canning pineapple zucchini is a lovely way to preserve the garden’s abundance in a sweet, surprising way. This recipe turns humble zucchini into something that tastes remarkably like canned pineapple—bright, fruity, and just the right balance of tangy and sweet. It’s a simple water bath canning project that uses basic ingredients: zucchini, canned pineapple juice, lemon juice, and a bit of sugar. The result is a cheerful jar you can use in baking, fruit salads, or even spooned over cottage cheese. If your zucchini plants are producing more than you know what to do with, this is a fun and practical way to put it to good use.
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Method
- Peel and dice or shred your zucchini and pack into clean pint jars.
- To each pint jar of zucchini, add 2 tbs granulated sugar, 2 tbs lemon juice. Fill the jar to 1-1.5" head space with pineapple juice.
- Place lids onto jars and turn rings finger tight.
- Water bath can for 25 minutes.


