Cranberry Pear and Ginger Relish
Brighten up your holiday table with this Cranberry Pear and Ginger Relish – a vibrant and tangy twist on classic cranberry sauce! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe pears and a zest of fresh ginger, this relish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a quick yet elegant addition to your menu. Simmered with orange juice, a hint of cinnamon, and a touch of orange zest, the flavors meld into a perfect balance of tart and sweet, with warming spice notes. Ideal for pairing with roasted turkey, ham, or even as a spread for sandwiches, this relish is not only versatile but also make-ahead friendly, with flavors that deepen over time. Perfect for seasonal gatherings, this colorful dish will dazzle your guests and become a holiday favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 2 large ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cups water
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and set them aside.
Peel, core, and dice the pears into small pieces.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, diced pears, sugar, orange juice, and water. Stir well to mix.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Add the grated ginger, orange zest, ground cinnamon, and salt to the saucepan. Stir everything together to evenly incorporate the spices.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries will burst, and the pears will soften, creating a thick relish consistency.
Once all the ingredients have fully combined and the desired texture is achieved, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Allow the relish to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a serving dish or an airtight container.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one week. The flavors will deepen as it sits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.9 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 159.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 85 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*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.
