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    Cranberry Relish

    Published: Nov 4, 2019 · Modified: Nov 1, 2022 by Anna 7 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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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.

    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.

    More Thanksgiving side dish recipes:

    • Classic Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
    • Turkey Gravy Recipe
    • Classic Thanksgiving Stuffing
    • Green Bean Casserole from Scratch

    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 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 5 people
    Calories 141 kcal

    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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