Description
Zesty Citrus and Cranberry Relish is the perfect holiday companion, combining tangy cranberries with vibrant citrus flavors to create a festive dish that elevates any meal. This quick and easy relish comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an essential addition to your holiday gatherings. Serve it chilled or at room temperature alongside turkey or ham, and watch as it becomes the star of your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries (about 200g)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 120ml)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water, discarding any squishy ones.
- Zest the orange until you have about one tablespoon of zest.
- Squeeze the orange for approximately half a cup of juice.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, orange juice, zest, and sugar. Stir until bubbling gently.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst, stirring occasionally.
- If using, fold in chopped pineapple and walnuts after removing from heat.
- Let cool before serving chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg