Description
Cranberry relish is the perfect holiday side dish that brings a burst of tart flavor and vibrant color to your festive table. This no-sugar added cranberry relish balances sweetness and tang, making it a guilt-free accompaniment to turkey, ham, or cheese platters. Quick to prepare and bursting with fresh ingredients, it’s an ideal addition to any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- Zest of 1 organic orange
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and discard any floating ones.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries and honey or maple syrup. Stir until cranberries pop and release juices (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in orange zest, juice, and cinnamon; simmer for another 10 minutes.
- If desired, add chopped pecans for crunch.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before serving. Chill in the fridge to deepen flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg