Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish
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Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish
Description
Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish combines thawed cranberries, orange zest and pieces, apple chunks, and toasted walnuts for a mix of textures and fresh flavors. Sweetened with honey and fragrant vanilla and rosemary, it features a subtle warmth from cinnamon and balance from salt. This relish is made by pulsing all ingredients lightly in a food processor, creating a chunky, brightly flavored condiment. It can be served right after preparation or refrigerated before serving to deepen the flavor meld.
The mix of tart cranberries, citrus brightness from the orange, and the crunch from walnuts and apples provides a distinct contrast that pairs well with roasted meats or holiday meals. Its fresh, complex flavor works as a side or topping where a bright, tangy element is desired. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for about a week, allowing continued flavor development.
Original notes mention that the recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian, with options to adjust sweetness or omit nuts. The relish can be made ahead and refrigerated to blend flavors over a couple of days. Freezing is possible but may affect texture on thawing.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. cranberries thawed (about 3 cups, frozen
- 1 navel orange zest and fruit
- 1 cup apple cut into 1-inch chunks with skin intact
- ½ cup walnuts chopped and toasted
- ⅓ cup honey pure maple syrup, or sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. rosemary finely chopped
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
- ⅛ tsp. cinnamon
Instructions
- Prep the Fruit: If using previously frozen cranberries, allow to thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Zest the orange and then separate the fruit into pieces. Cut the apple into 1-inch chunks.
- Pulse Ingredients: Add the chilled cranberries to a large 10 to 14-cup food processor along with the orange pieces, apple chunks, walnuts, zest, honey or sugar, vanilla extract, rosemary, salt, and cinnamon. Pulse 15-30 times, or until to your desired consistency.
- Serve immediately, if your cranberries were chilled, or refrigerator for 2 hours before serving if they were at room temperature. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
- You can use fresh or thawed frozen cranberries; if using fresh, refrigerate the relish before serving.
- Adjust sweetness with natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup to suit dietary needs.
- Omit walnuts to make this nut-free.
- The relish can be prepared in advance and stored refrigerated up to one week to allow flavors to meld.
- Freezing is possible for 3 to 4 months, but texture may change after thawing; avoid refreezing to preserve quality.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 98 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 98kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Sodium | 61mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 57mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 44IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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