Description
Cranberry relish is the perfect festive side dish that brings a zesty explosion of flavor to your holiday table. This Ocean Spray cranberry relish recipe combines fresh cranberries, sweet citrus, and crunchy pecans, creating a delightful balance of sweet and tart. With its vibrant red color and easy preparation, this dish is sure to impress your guests and elevate your holiday meals. Not just a garnish, this relish steals the spotlight—from Thanksgiving turkey to Christmas ham.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and drain.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, and water over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally until cranberries pop (about 10 minutes).
- Fold in chopped pecans once the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool before serving. Chill for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg