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Cranberry Orange Relish (No Cook, Fresh)

This Cranberry Orange Relish is SO EASY! A bright, zesty, no-cook condiment bursting with fresh cranberries, orange peel, crunchy walnuts, and warming cinnamon.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 large orange quartered (with peel), seeds removed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Storage container

Method
 

  1. Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and pat them dry. Quarter the orange, including the peel, and remove any seeds. Chop the walnuts into small pieces if they aren’t pre-chopped.
  2. Add the cranberries and orange quarters to your food processor. Pulse several times until the mixture is coarsely chopped but not pureed, keeping some texture.
  3. Transfer the chopped fruit to a mixing bowl. Stir in the granulated sugar, chopped walnuts, and ground cinnamon. Mix well to combine.
  4. Taste your relish and adjust the sugar or cinnamon to your liking, adding more for sweetness or warmth if desired.
  5. Cover the bowl or transfer the relish to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use frozen cranberries thawed and drained if fresh are unavailable.
  • Substitute walnuts with pecans, almonds, or toasted pumpkin seeds for different crunch.
  • Adjust sugar to taste or use natural sweeteners like maple syrup or honey.
  • Keep pulsing short to maintain a chunky texture, avoiding over-pureeing.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week; stir before serving.