Grapefruit Cranberry Relish
Brighten up your holiday table with this zesty Grapefruit Cranberry Relish, a refreshing twist on a classic side dish! Packed with tart fresh cranberries, juicy segments of grapefruit, and a blend of warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, this relish strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and aromatic. Orange juice and zest enhance the citrusy notes, while just a hint of salt ties it all together. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this vibrant dish is not only great as a Thanksgiving or Christmas side but also a versatile accompaniment to roasted meats or as a flavorful topping for sandwiches. Best served chilled to allow the flavors to meld, this relish is a must-have for fans of bold, fruity condiments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 large grapefruit
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly in cold water and set aside.
Peel the grapefruit, removing as much white pith as possible, and separate into segments. Chop the segments into small pieces over a bowl to catch the juice. Reserve both the chopped grapefruit and the juice.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cranberries, chopped grapefruit, reserved grapefruit juice, granulated sugar, and orange juice.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar. Once the cranberries begin to pop, reduce the heat to medium-low.
Add the orange zest, grated fresh ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Simmer the relish for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries break down and the mixture thickens.
Remove from heat and allow the relish to cool to room temperature. The mixture will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the cooled relish to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
893 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 597 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.4 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 824 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.
