Irresistible Cranberry Relish Recipe

Introduction

This Irresistible Cranberry Relish is a bright, fresh condiment perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your holiday table or any meal. Made with cranberries, apple, and orange, it’s easy to prepare and wonderfully refreshing.

Ingredients

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 1 apple, cored and quartered
• 1/2 orange, seeds removed and ends trimmed
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• Extra cranberries and orange zest for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the fresh cranberries in a food processor and pulse until they are coarsely chopped. Transfer the chopped cranberries to a large bowl.
2. Step 2: Add the cored and quartered apple to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add the chopped apple to the bowl with the cranberries.
3. Step 3: Add the orange (with seeds removed and ends trimmed) to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer the chopped orange to the bowl.
4. Step 4: Add the granulated sugar to the bowl with the chopped cranberries, apple, and orange. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Step 5: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour, or up to three days before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
6. Step 6: Serve the cranberry relish chilled. Garnish with extra cranberries and a sprinkle of orange zest if desired for a festive presentation.

Tips & Variations

• For a smoother texture, pulse the ingredients longer in the food processor.
• Add a splash of orange juice or a pinch of cinnamon for extra depth of flavor.
• Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of sweetness and tang.

Storage

Store the cranberry relish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Flavors develop more fully after sitting overnight. Serve chilled and discard if left out at room temperature for more than two hours.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this cranberry relish ahead of time?

Yes, it’s best made at least one hour ahead, but ideally refrigerated for up to three days to enhance the flavors.

Is this recipe suitable for canning?

This fresh cranberry relish is meant to be refrigerated and eaten within a few days; it is not recommended for canning.

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This Irresistible Cranberry Relish is a fresh and zesty condiment perfect for holiday dinners or any festive occasion. Combining tart cranberries, crisp apple, and bright orange with a touch of sugar, it’s a vibrant, no-cook side that melds beautifully overnight for an irresistible burst of flavor.

• Author: lina
• Prep Time: 12 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 12 minutes prep plus at least 1 hour chilling
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Side Dishes
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Fruits

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 1 apple, cored and quartered
• 1/2 orange, seeds removed and ends trimmed

Sweetener

• 1 cup granulated sugar

Optional Toppings

• Extra cranberries for garnish
• Orange zest for garnish

Instructions

1. Chop cranberries: Place the fresh cranberries in a food processor and pulse until they are coarsely chopped. Transfer the chopped cranberries to a large bowl.
2. Chop apple: Add the cored and quartered apple to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add the chopped apple to the bowl with the cranberries.
3. Chop orange: Add the orange, with seeds removed and ends trimmed, to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer the chopped orange to the bowl with the cranberries and apple.
4. Mix ingredients: Add the granulated sugar to the bowl with the chopped cranberries, apple, and orange. Stir well to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
5. Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour and up to three days before serving. Allowing it to rest overnight enhances the melding of flavors.
6. Serve: Serve the cranberry relish chilled. Optionally, garnish with extra cranberries and a sprinkle of orange zest to add a festive touch.

Notes

• This relish is best made a day ahead to let the flavors fully develop.
• You can finely chop the ingredients by hand if you don’t have a food processor, but pulsing ensures a more uniform texture.
• Use fresh cranberries for best tartness, but thawed frozen cranberries can be used in a pinch.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated and consume within three days.

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