Description
Experience the burst of tangy sweetness with this amazing cranberry relish. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this vibrant dish combines fresh cranberries, citrus, and spice to create a delightful contrast to savory meals. Its beautiful red color adds a festive touch to any table setting. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make relish that will have everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from 1 organic orange)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water, removing any stems and bad berries.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and cinnamon stick. Stir occasionally until cranberries burst (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest. Allow to cool before transferring to a serving bowl.
- For added crunch, fold in toasted pecans before chilling.
- Serve chilled alongside your favorite holiday dishes or enjoy straight from the bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 125g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use fresh cranberries for optimal flavor; frozen can affect texture. - Experiment with spices like ginger for added warmth. - Make ahead—this relish tastes even better when chilled overnight!