Best 4 Holiday Cranberry Relish Recipes

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From traditional to unique, this collection of cranberry relish recipes brings you a variety of flavors to brighten your holiday table. From classic cranberry relish, made with fresh cranberries, sugar, and orange zest, to more creative takes like cranberry-apple relish with chopped apples, cinnamon, and maple syrup, or even a spicy cranberry-jalapeño relish with a kick, there's a recipe here for every taste. Whether you prefer a sweet and tangy relish to complement your turkey or ham, or a spicy and savory relish to add some zing to your cheese platter, you're sure to find a recipe in this collection that will become a new holiday favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FESTIVE HOLIDAY CRANBERRY RELISH



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This festive side dish has been in our family for generations. It goes exceptionally well with ham or turkey. A great recipe for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

Provided by Jon Pierce

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes     Cranberry Relish Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package frozen cranberries
2 cups white sugar
½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
¼ cup water
¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 pinch grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Stir cranberries, sugar, orange juice, water, lime juice, 1 teaspoon orange zest, and lime zest together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook at a simmer until cranberries pop, about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Transfer cooled sauce to serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour. Garnish with a pinch of orange zest to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 26.5 g

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY RELISH



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A wonderful compliment to the holiday dressing. I always make it several days before the big meal, so that the flavor is really full.

Provided by Reshableu

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes     Cranberry Relish Recipes

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large naval oranges, peeled and cut into chunks
4 large apples, cored and cut into chunks
1 (12 ounce) package frozen cranberries
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry flavored Jell-O® mix
1 cup white sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place the oranges in the bowl of a food processor, and pulse until chopped, 2 or 3 pulses. Remove and place the chopped oranges into a large bowl. Chop the apples in the food processor for 2 or 3 pulses, and place in the bowl. Chop the cranberries in the food processor for 2 or 3 pulses, and place in the bowl with the oranges and apples.
  • Stir the gelatin mix, sugar, and chopped pecans into the chopped fruit, and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until set, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 28.9 mg, Sugar 46.8 g

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY-APPLE RELISH



Holiday Cranberry-Apple Relish image

A cooked relish that is a great with meals all winter long. It's as delicious as it is pretty! Make enough to give as holiday gifts. Keeps up to 2 weeks in the fridge.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes     Cranberry Relish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups cranberries
2 cups white sugar
⅓ cup orange juice
1 orange, peeled and chopped
1 tart apple, cored and chopped
1 cup dark raisins
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange, apple, raisins, and cinnamon in a large sauce pan. Cover saucepan with lid. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and cook at a simmer until all the cranberries have burst, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 17.2 g

HOLIDAY SPICED CRANBERRY RELISH



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Cranberries and spices and fruit, what more is there? This is a wonderful side dish on any occasion. Serve chilled in chutney jar.

Provided by ALESIA

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes     Cranberry Relish Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (12 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (8 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix pineapple, mandarin oranges, cranberry sauce, cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together in a bowl.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 2.6 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but thaw them completely before using.
  • To make the relish ahead of time, simply prepare it according to the recipe and then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • If you like a sweeter relish, you can add more sugar to taste. You can also add other ingredients to the relish, such as chopped walnuts, pecans, or raisins.
  • Serve the relish with your favorite holiday dishes, such as turkey, ham, or roasted chicken.

Conclusion:

Holiday cranberry relish is a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy hosts. With its bright red color and tart flavor, holiday cranberry relish is sure to be a hit with your guests.

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