Description
Introducing the Cranberry Citrus Delight, a festive and refreshing spin on traditional cranberry relish. Perfect for enhancing your holiday meals, this recipe features a delightful combination of tart cranberries and zesty oranges, complemented by a hint of sweetness. The optional addition of crunchy nuts adds texture and richness to this vibrant side dish that promises to become a new favorite at your Thanksgiving table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 large orange, zested and quartered
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients Start by washing the cranberries under cold water and pat them dry. Zest the orange before quartering it, ensuring to keep the peel on.
- Step 2: Coarsely Chop in Food Processor Place the cranberries, orange quarters, and granulated sugar into a food processor. Pulse the mixture until everything is coarsely chopped and well combined.
- Step 3: Add Nuts If you’re using nuts, stir in the chopped walnuts or pecans into the cranberry-orange mixture until evenly distributed.
- Step 4: Let the Flavors Meld Transfer the relish to a serving bowl and let it sit for about 30 minutes. This resting period allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Step 5: Serve Enjoy your Cranberry Citrus Delight either chilled or at room temperature as a complement to your main Thanksgiving dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes