Dried Cherry Cranberry Relish
Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant Dried Cherry Cranberry Relish, a sweet-tart medley of dried cherries, cranberries, and warming spices simmered in a tangy orange juice base. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and features a touch of cinnamon, ginger, and fresh orange zest for depth of flavor. Optional chopped pecans add a delightful crunch, making it the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, cheese boards, or holiday sandwiches. Whether served warm or chilled, this luscious relish bursts with bold, fruity flavors and is sure to impress! Store leftovers for up to a week and enjoy its versatility all season long.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the dried cherries and dried cranberries.
Add orange juice, water, and granulated sugar to the saucepan and stir to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Once simmering, add the orange zest, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt. Stir well to incorporate the spices.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, or until the dried fruits have plumped up and the liquid has reduced to a syrupy consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
If using pecans, stir them into the relish once the mixture has cooled but is still slightly warm.
Transfer the relish to a serving dish or airtight container. Let it cool completely before serving—this will help the flavors meld together.
Serve as a side dish with roasted meats, spread it on sandwiches, or pair it with cheese and crackers. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1523 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 647 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.0 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 869 mg | 18% | |
*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.
