Wisconsin Cranberry and Kumquat Salsa
Brighten up your table with this zesty, flavor-packed Wisconsin Cranberry and Kumquat Salsa—a fresh and vibrant twist on traditional salsa recipes. Perfectly balancing tart cranberries, sweet and citrusy kumquats, and a hint of heat from minced jalapeño, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for effortless entertaining. The addition of lime zest and juice enhances the tangy freshness, while a touch of honey mellows the flavors for the perfect harmony. Serve it chilled for an extra-refreshing snack with tortilla chips or as a bold, colorful topping for grilled meats and fish. This unique cranberry salsa is a must-try for holiday gatherings, game days, or any time you crave a creative twist on classic condiments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 6 whole Kumquats
- 0.25 cup (diced) Red onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Cilantro
- 1 whole (seeded and minced) Jalapeño pepper
- 1 whole Lime (juice and zest)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and pat dry.
Slice the kumquats thinly and remove any seeds. Roughly chop the slices into small pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cranberries and chopped kumquats.
Add the diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and minced jalapeño to the bowl.
Zest the lime into the bowl, then juice the lime and add its juice to the mixture.
Drizzle the honey over the mixture and sprinkle the salt and black pepper on top.
Gently stir all ingredients together until evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more honey for sweetness, lime juice for acidity, or jalapeño for heat, as desired.
Cover and chill the salsa in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve with chips, as a topping for grilled meats, or alongside other dishes as a vibrant condiment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 508 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 584 mg | 12% | |
*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.
