Best Cranberry Relish Recipe
This Cranberry Relish is a sweet, tangy, and crunchy side dish made with fresh cranberries, apples, orange, and pecans. It’s healthy, festive, and the perfect make-ahead recipe for Thanksgiving or Christmas!
Servings 6
Equipment
- Electric Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1 C pecans
- 12 oz bag fresh cranberries
- 1 medium size red apple honey crisp, fuji, cosmic
- 1 orange peeled
- ½ C maple syrup or sugar can add more to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice apx ½ small lemon
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Using a food processor, chop each ingredient one at a time—starting with the pecans, cranberries, apple, and lastly the orange. If you don’t have a food processor, a knife and cutting board will work (it’ll just take a bit more time). Add each chopped ingredient to a medium-sized bowl.
- Add sweetness: Pour in the maple syrup (or sugar) and lemon juice, then stir to combine all the flavors.
- Chill the relish: Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight for best flavor and texture.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve chilled alongside turkey, pork, or chicken—or even as a sweet dessert topping!
Notes
Variations of Cranberry Relish
- Add spices: Stir in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm holiday flavor.
- Make it tropical: Add a handful of shredded coconut or diced pineapple for a fun twist.
- Add extra crunch: Use chopped walnuts or slivered almonds instead of pecans.