Description

This Sweet and Tangy Cranberry Nut Relish recipe offers a delightful balance of tart cranberries, sweet sugar, and crunchy nuts, with a hint of citrus from orange zest. It’s an easy-to-make side dish perfect for holidays or any gathering, adding a vibrant touch to your table.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh cranberries
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon orange zest (from about 1 orange)
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup dried cherries or raisins
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Instructions

Rinse fresh cranberries under cool water and discard any mushy ones.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, sugar, orange zest, and apple cider vinegar.
Stir occasionally until the mixture starts to bubble and thicken, about 10-15 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in chopped nuts and dried cherries or raisins.
Allow the relish to cool at room temperature for about an hour before serving.
Transfer to a serving bowl; enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Toasting nuts enhances their flavor.
Adjust sugar to your taste preference.
Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Flavors meld beautifully as it rests.
Consider adding spices like cinnamon or ginger for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
Calories: 80
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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