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Cranberry Relish

Published: Nov 4, 2019 · Modified: Nov 1, 2022 by Anna 7 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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This Cranberry Relish is the best and easy recipe for a Thanksgiving side dish. It's made with fresh cranberries, apple, orange. Sweeten it with sugar or honey and spice it with ginger and cloves.

Cranberry Relish in a white serving bowl.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe

If you are a big cranberries fan like me, you will love this relish recipe! It's bursting with flavors from the fresh cranberries, apples and oranges. I spice it with cloves and ginger and sweeten it with sugar or honey. This relish is a perfect holiday side dish idea that can be prepared last minute as it only takes 10 minutes to make.

I serve this relish with Roasted Turkey Breast or Pineapple Brown Sugar Ham for Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you are hosting a party, this relish can be served with crostini, sliced baguette, pita chips, etc.

Ingredients:

Cranberry Relish ingredients on a marble board.
  • cranberries: fresh, not frozen;
  • apple: adds texture and natural sweetness;
  • orange: citrus pairs so well with cranberrries and gives it that holiday flavor;
  • sugar or honey: to balance the tart flavor from fresh cranberries;
  • spices: ground cloves and ground ginger.

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How to make Cranberry Relish?

  • Start by chopping each fruit in a food processor. I used a mini food processor and chopped cranberries first, then apples and then orange.
  • Mix everything with sugar and spices.
  • Serve right away or cover with saran wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Making of cranberry relish in food processor.

Recipe FAQs:

How long does it last?

While cranberry relish is best served the same day it is prepared, fresh relish can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. It may release juice while it refrigerates which will collect at the bottom, so keep that in mind.

Can I use frozen cranberries to make it?

For the best texture, I recommend using fresh cranberries. Frozen and thawed berries will make the relish watery.

Close up shot of cranberry relish in a small bowl.

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If you like this recipe and make it, let me know in the comments below! Don't forget to rate it if you enjoyed it!

Cranberry Relish in a white serving bowl.

Cranberry Relish

Author: Anna
This Cranberry Relish is the best and easy recipe for a Thanksgiving side dish. It's made with fresh cranberries, apple, orange. Sweeten it with sugar or honey and spice it with ginger and cloves.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 5 people
Calories 141 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 apple Granny Smith, Gala, etc.
  • 1 small orange
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions
 

  • Place fruit in a food processor and process until finely chopped. If you are using a small food processor, chop one fruit at a time. If you are using a large food processor, you can chop cranberries, apple and orange (seeds removed, peel on) together.
  • Place chopped fruit in a mixing bowl.
  • Add sugar and spices. Stir together.
  • Serve relish right away or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Make sure to wash cranberries, apple and orange well before chopping.
  • Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.

Nutrition

Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Melissa says

    November 04, 2019 at 10:15 pm

    5 stars
    So many flavors I love in one dish! Wonderful recipe!

    Reply
  2. Sara Welch says

    November 04, 2019 at 6:46 pm

    5 stars
    What a great looking relish! This will be beautiful on my Thanksgiving table this year!

    Reply
  3. Krissy Allori says

    November 04, 2019 at 6:45 pm

    5 stars
    This kicks up the usual cranberry side to a new level. I just loved it and thought it was so easy to make. I'll be adding it to the menu this year for sure.

    Reply
  4. Beth says

    November 04, 2019 at 4:55 pm

    5 stars
    This was the perfect side dish to make because it would be made ahead of time! Definitely freed up some time in the kitchen on party day!

    Reply
    • Anna says

      November 05, 2019 at 12:15 am

      Thank you, Beth!

      Reply
  5. Stephanie says

    November 04, 2019 at 4:33 pm

    5 stars
    This was fantastic and super easy to make!

    Reply
    • Anna says

      November 05, 2019 at 12:15 am

      Thank you, Stephanie!

      Reply
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