Description
A zesty and vibrant Holiday Cranberry Salsa that combines fresh cranberries with citrus zest, jalapeños, and herbs for a perfect festive appetizer or condiment.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz) package fresh cranberries
- 1 Tbsp orange zest
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup raw sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a food processor or blender, pulse fresh cranberries, orange zest, jalapeños, green onions, and cilantro until they are finely chopped but not pureed.
- Mix and Chill: Transfer the chopped mixture to a bowl. Stir in lime juice, raw sugar, and salt until everything is well combined.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Enjoy the cranberry salsa chilled as a festive accompaniment to your holiday dishes or as a flavorful dip.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of jalapeños to control the heat level according to your preference.
- For a smoother consistency, pulse the mixture a bit longer but avoid turning it into a puree.
- Raw sugar adds a subtle molasses flavor; white sugar can be substituted if unavailable.
- This salsa pairs wonderfully with crackers, grilled meats, or as a topping for sandwiches.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
- Calories: 45 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
