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Cranberry Salsa

Cranberry salsa is an easy, flavorful, and visually appealing appetizer that will bring a burst of holiday cheer to your table. I guarantee your family and friends will love it.

Prep Time
10 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 44 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the salsa:
  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar*
  • 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 small jalapeños, ribs and seeds removed, minced*
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Serving ideas:
  • Cream cheese, whipped feta, brie, or goat cheese
  • Crackers, tortilla chips, or pita chips

Instructions

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  1. Rinse the cranberries and discard any that are mushy or bruised. Place cranberries in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not pureed. You want the cranberries to have some texture.
  2. In a medium bowl, stir together the cranberries, sugar, cilantro, jalapeño, green onions, lime zest, lime juice, and salt.
  3. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes, I recommend overnight, so the flavors can meld together.
  4. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers. You can also spoon the salsa over cream cheese bricks, whipped feta, or a warm brie wheel. You can also spread cream cheese or goat cheese on crackers and top with the salsa for a simple appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • If your cranberries are super tart, you can add more sugar, but I think it is plenty sweet. If you prefer a completely mild salsa, you can use 1 jalapeño, but we like the salsa with 2 jalapeños. Taste and adjust to your liking.
  • If your cranberries are super tart, you can add more sugar, but I think it is plenty sweet. If you prefer a completely mild salsa, you can use 1 jalapeño, but we like the salsa with 2 jalapeños. Taste and adjust to your liking.
  • The salsa is best if you let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving, but preferably overnight. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 44kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 0.3g (1%) Fat 0.1g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.01g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.03g Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g Sodium 118mg (5%) Potassium 48mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 113IU (2%) Vitamin C 10mg (11%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 44

% Daily Value*

Calories 44kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 0.3g 1%
Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.03g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 118mg 5%
Potassium 48mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 113IU 2%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.