Tangy Cranberry Relish

Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant and flavorful Tangy Cranberry Relish, the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spiced goodness. Made with fresh cranberries, a zesty burst of orange, and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. A splash of honey and sugar enhances the natural tanginess of the cranberries, creating a glossy, spoonable relish that’s ideal for pairing with roasted turkey, ham, or even as a spread on sandwiches. Whether chilled or at room temperature, this crowd-pleasing side dish is a versatile and festive addition to any Thanksgiving or holiday menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 1 large orange
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.5 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and set them aside to drain.

Step 2

Using a zester or fine grater, zest the orange to obtain about 1 teaspoon of orange zest. Then, cut the orange in half and juice it to yield approximately 1/4 cup of orange juice.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, honey, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and water.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 5

Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the relish cool to room temperature. The relish will thicken further as it cools.

Step 7

Transfer the cooled cranberry relish to a serving bowl or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Step 8

Serve the tangy cranberry relish chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or condiment.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	763.3 grams (763.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	748

Total Fat 0.60g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 19mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 195.80g	71%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 163.40g
Protein 3.10g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 111mg	9%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 577mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.7%

Protein: 1.5%

Carbs: 97.8%