No Cook Cranberry Relish
Brighten up your holiday table with this simple yet vibrant No Cook Cranberry Relish—a refreshing twist on traditional cranberry sauce that’s bursting with zesty flavor and texture. This easy, no-cook recipe combines fresh cranberries, tart Granny Smith apple, sweet orange zest, and a splash of orange juice, perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sugar. Optional chopped pecans add a nutty crunch, making it a delightful complement to roasted turkey, ham, or any festive spread. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this raw cranberry relish requires no cooking, making it a hassle-free, make-ahead dish. Refrigerate for an hour to let the bold, tangy flavors meld, and serve chilled for a bright and refreshing holiday side.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.25 cups fresh orange juice
- 1 medium apple (Granny Smith recommended)
- 0.25 cups pecans (optional, chopped)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and drain well.
In a food processor, add the cranberries, granulated sugar, and orange zest.
Pulse the mixture several times until the cranberries are coarsely chopped and well combined with the sugar and zest.
Peel, core, and chop the apple into small chunks. Add the apple pieces to the food processor.
Pour in the fresh orange juice and pulse the food processor again until everything is finely chopped but still has some texture. Be careful not to over-process into a puree.
If using pecans, stir in the chopped pecans by hand after processing.
Taste the relish and adjust sweetness by adding a bit more sugar if desired.
Transfer the cranberry relish to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside your favorite holiday dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.2 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 729 mg | 16% | |
*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.
