Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa
Brighten up your table with the zesty, vibrant flavors of Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa—a festive twist on traditional salsa that's equal parts sweet, tangy, and spicy. This no-cook recipe combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with a kick of heat from jalapeno peppers, balanced by a hint of lime juice and a touch of sugar. Fresh cilantro and crunchy green onions add a burst of freshness, while a quick whirl in the food processor creates a chunky, textured salsa that's perfect for pairing with tortilla chips, spreading over cream cheese, or topping off your favorite tacos or grilled meats. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with bold flavors, this versatile dish is ideal for holiday gatherings or casual snacking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Lime juice
- 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 2 medium Jalapeno peppers
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and drain them well.
In a food processor, combine the cranberries and granulated sugar. Pulse a few times until the cranberries are coarsely chopped but not pureed.
Add lime juice to the mixture for tanginess, then pulse again briefly.
Coarsely chop the fresh cilantro and green onions. Add them to the food processor.
Carefully deseed the jalapeno peppers if you prefer less heat. Chop them into smaller pieces and add to the processor.
Add the salt, then pulse all the ingredients together until you achieve a chunky salsa consistency. Avoid over-processing to keep the salsa textured.
Taste the salsa and adjust the sweetness, salt, or heat levels as desired.
Transfer the salsa to a serving dish and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled with tortilla chips, over cream cheese as a spread, or as a topping for grilled meats or tacos. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 608 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.0 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 545 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
