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Cranberry Salsa

Cranberry Salsa is a festive blend of tart cranberries, zesty citrus, and a touch of spicy warmth. This no-cook salsa is bursting with flavour, offering a unique twist on traditional salsa. Perfect for holiday gatherings, as a topping for grilled meats, or served with chips, this salsa is as beautiful as it is delicious!

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • For the Cranberry Salsa Base:
  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1 orange, zested and segmented
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • For the Dressing:
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Rinse cranberries and pat dry. Zest and segment the orange, dice red onion, seed and mince jalapeño, and chop cilantro.
  2. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), and salt until well combined.
  3. Combine and Chill: In a medium bowl, mix cranberries, orange segments, zest, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Pour dressing over and stir gently to coat.
  4. Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavours to meld.
  5. Serve: Stir before serving and enjoy chilled.

Notes

Cranberry Salsa can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Serve with tortilla chips, as a topping for grilled meats, or even as a unique accompaniment to cheese platters.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ¼ cup
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Cranberry Salsa, holiday appetizer, no-cook salsa