Microwave Cranberry Relish
Brighten your holiday table with this quick and effortless Microwave Cranberry Relish—a tangy, sweet, and citrusy side dish that’s bursting with festive flavor! Made with fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, a hint of cinnamon, and optional cloves for a warming spice kick, this recipe adds bold flavor to any meal in just minutes. Perfectly balanced with sweetness from granulated sugar and the zing of fresh orange zest, this relish comes together with a simple microwave method, saving you both time and effort. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, it’s the ultimate no-fuss accompaniment to Thanksgiving turkey, holiday roasts, or even as a topping for toast or desserts. With only 5 minutes of prep and no stovetop required, this cranberry relish recipe is an essential for stress-free holiday cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Orange juice
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground cloves (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and sort the cranberries, discarding any that are bruised or soft.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice, and orange zest. Stir well to coat the cranberries evenly.
Add the ground cinnamon and ground cloves (if using) to the mixture and stir to combine.
Cover the bowl loosely with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap to prevent splattering, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
Microwave the mixture on high for 5 minutes. Stop and stir the mixture carefully to ensure even cooking.
Microwave for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the mixture has thickened slightly. Be cautious as the mixture will be very hot.
Let the cranberry relish cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the cranberry relish to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.4 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 515 mg | 11% | |
*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.
