Fresh Cranberry Salsa

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4.9

90 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Additional Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    10

  • Course

    Appetizer

  • Cuisine

    American

Fresh Cranberry Salsa

Fresh Cranberry Salsa combines tart cranberries with bright citrus, spicy jalapeños, and fresh herbs to create a vibrant, chunky dip. The salsa's texture balances finely chopped cranberries with crisp green onions and cilantro, delivering a fresh and zesty flavor profile. Chilled before serving, this salsa offers a refreshing contrast to salty tortilla chips and works well as a festive appetizer or light snack during the holiday season.

Description

Fresh Cranberry Salsa mixes rinsed cranberries with sugar to mellow their tartness, while jalapeños add mild heat without overwhelming the fruit. Cilantro and green onions introduce herbal and aromatic notes, complemented by both orange and lime juice for a balanced, bright acidity. The salsa's preparation involves pulsing cranberries to small pieces in a food processor but avoiding pureeing to maintain texture. After mixing, the salsa is refrigerated to allow the flavors to meld. Served cold, it pairs nicely with Mission Strips tortilla chips, making it a colorful addition to any gathering or casual snack time.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 bag tortilla chips Mission brand, strips style
  • 12 ounces cranberries rinsed and drained, fresh
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 jalapeños ribs and seeds removed, minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions finely sliced
  • 1 tablespoon orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed

Instructions

  1. Add cranberries to your food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Do not puree you want to have small pieces of cranberry. 
  2. Place the chopped cranberries in a bowl and add the sugar, stirring to combine.
  3. Add jalapenos, cilantro, green onions, orange juice, and lime juice. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors combine. 
  5. Serve with Mission Strips Tortilla Chips and enjoy!
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