Easy Fresh Cranberry Relish Recipe
This Cranberry Relish Recipe is made with fresh cranberries, whole orange, and sugar for a bright, tart, and fresh holiday condiment. The cranberries and orange are finely chopped in a food processor, then chilled so the flavors meld while the relish keeps a fresh, lightly chunky texture.
Servings: 12 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 12-ounce bag fresh cranberries, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium orange washed and cut into quarters (leave the skin on)
- ½ cup granulated sugar - ¾ cup , adjust to taste
- 1 pinch salt
Optional:
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
- 1 teaspoon extra orange zest optional, for extra orange flavor
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional, for added flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water, and allow them to drain in a colander. Wash the orange thoroughly, cut it into quarters, and remove any seeds.
- Blend the Orange: In a food processor, add the quartered orange pieces. Pulse several times until the orange is finely chopped. Be sure to include the orange peel; it adds a lot of flavor. You can adjust the texture to your liking – pulse more for a finer texture or less for a chunkier relish.
- Add Cranberries: Add the rinsed and drained cranberries to the food processor with the chopped orange. Pulse again a few times to combine them. You want the cranberries to be coarsely chopped but not completely pureed.
- Add Sugar: Add the granulated sugar and salt (and cinnamon if using) to the food processor with the orange and cranberries. Pulse again a few times to mix everything together. Taste the relish and adjust the amount of sugar if needed, depending on your preference for sweetness. Optional Nuts and Zest: If you'd like to add some texture and extra flavor, you can pulse in the chopped nuts and orange zest at this stage. Pulse just a few times to incorporate them.
- Chill and Serve: Transfer the cranberry orange relish to a bowl or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Add a fresh sprig of mint and orange slice on top before serving. Serve your fresh cranberry orange relish as a side dish or condiment with turkey, chicken, ham, or any other dish that pairs well with cranberry sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- Drain the cranberries well after rinsing so excess water doesn't dilute the relish.
- Remove all orange seeds before processing so you don't introduce bitterness or an unpleasant texture.
- Use short pulses to control the texture and keep the relish from becoming completely smooth.
- Taste before chilling and adjust the sugar to your preferred balance of sweet and tart.
Nutrition
Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.04g | Saturated Fat: 0.002g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.01mg
