Description
Irresistible Cranberry Relish with Toasted Pecans is a vibrant and flavorful addition to your holiday table. Bursting with tart cranberry goodness and the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans, this relish elevates any dish it accompanies. Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, it’s quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal last-minute side. Serve it alongside turkey, on cheese platters, or as a zesty sandwich spread. Impress your guests and make lasting memories with this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and discard any damaged ones.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast chopped pecans for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries pop (about 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in orange zest and half of the toasted pecans. Let cool slightly.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with remaining toasted pecans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg