Active Time

　　20 min

　　Total Time

　　2 1/2 hr

　　Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 2 1/2 hr

Ingredients

　　1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar

　　1/4 cup sugar

　　1/2 teaspoon salt

　　1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger

　　1/4 teaspoon cayenne

　　2 lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and coarsely shredded (5 cups)

　　1 bunch scallions, finely chopped (2/3 cup)

　　Stir together vinegar, sugar, and salt in a large bowl until sugar and salt are dissolved, then add remaining ingredients and toss well. Chill relish, covered, tossing occasionally, at least 2 hours (to allow flavors to develop) and up to 2 days.