Cranberry Orange Relish

Cranberry Orange Relish

8 servings
Skip the homemade cranberry sauce and make up this jazzed-up cranberry orange relish instead! This easy dish combines fresh cranberries, citrusy oranges, crunchy walnuts, and warm spices.

Ingredients

  • fresh cranberries
    12 oz
  • granulated white sugar
    1 c
  • orange

    peeled

    1 large
  • walnuts
    ½ c
  • orange liqueur

    like grand mariner

    1 tbsp
  • ground cinnamon
    1 tsp
  • ground ginger
    ½ tsp
  • ground cloves

    or allspice

  • orange zest
    1 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the cranberries, sugar, orange slices, walnuts, orange liqueur, cinnamon, ginger and cloves together in a food processor.

  2. 2

    Pulse for several times until chopped finely.

  3. 3

    Pour into a small bowl or dish and stir in the orange zest.

  4. 4

    Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cranberry Orange Relish

Cranberry Orange Relish

10 min8 servings179 cal

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About this Recipe

Looking for a vibrant, fresh alternative to traditional cranberry sauce that's ready in a flash? This Cranberry Orange Relish offers a bright burst of flavor with minimal effort, perfect for jazzing up any meal.

What sets this relish apart is its celebration of fresh, bold ingredients. You'll combine tart cranberries with sweet oranges, crunchy walnuts, and warm spices, creating a multifaceted side dish that's both complex and incredibly simple to prepare in just 10 minutes.

Prepare your palate for a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. You'll experience the crisp pop of fresh cranberries, the zesty sweetness of orange, and the satisfying crunch of walnuts, all beautifully harmonized by fragrant cinnamon, ginger, and a hint of cloves or allspice. This relish is a side dish that truly shines, offering a refreshing counterpoint to richer flavors.

Want to make it your own? While the recipe calls for orange liqueur like Grand Marnier, a splash of orange juice can be used as a non-alcoholic alternative. Feel free to experiment with the warm spices, opting for allspice if cloves aren't to your taste. For a different texture, try pecans or almonds in place of walnuts.

This lively Cranberry Orange Relish is an ideal accompaniment to holiday feasts, roasted meats, or even a simple weeknight meal, bringing a touch of homemade elegance to your table.

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