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Zesty Fresh Cranberry Relish: A Flavorful Holiday Delight

Zesty Fresh Cranberry Relish: A Flavorful Holiday Essential

Zesty Fresh Cranberry Relish is a vibrant condiment that elevates holiday meals with its burst of flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Christmas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Relish
  • 12 ounces Fresh Cranberries Rinse and sort, discarding any soft ones.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with honey or maple syrup for a lower-sugar option.
  • 2 teaspoons Orange Zest Can be replaced with lemon or grapefruit zest.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Alternate with pomegranate or another citrus juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional spices like ginger can enhance the relish.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Stir in for added crunch.
  • 1 cup Diced Fruits Finely diced apples or pears for a festive twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Additional Spices Incorporate spices such as ginger or nutmeg.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

How to Make Zesty Fresh Cranberry Relish
  1. Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water, discarding any soft or damaged berries.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix the rinsed cranberries, granulated sugar, orange zest, fresh orange juice, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
  3. Allow to simmer gently for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until most cranberries burst open.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool for approximately 30 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a bowl or jar, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Serve chilled as a condiment with turkey, ham, or as a topping for pancakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 24gPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin C: 15mg

Notes

Garnish with a sprinkle of additional orange zest before serving for an extra pop of color and aroma.

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