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Cranberry Salsa

Cranberry Salsa: A Sweet and Savory Holiday Delight

Cranberry Salsa is a vibrant and refreshing appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa
  • 2 cups Fresh Cranberries Use them raw for a vibrant, tangy kick.
  • 0.5 cups Red Onion Finely diced.
  • 1 piece Jalapeño Finely diced; adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Finely chopped; substitute with parsley if desired.
  • 1 lime Lime Juice Fresh juice is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Or maple syrup for a vegan option.
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 piece Avocado Diced.
  • 0.5 cups Pomegranate Seeds For garnish.
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Nuts Try walnuts or pecans.

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cranberry Salsa
  1. Rinse cranberries under cool water, remove soft ones. Process until roughly chopped, about 15-20 seconds.
  2. Finely dice red onion and jalapeño; add to food processor with cranberries.
  3. Chop cilantro, add to mixture with lime juice. Pulse to combine while keeping some chunkiness.
  4. Drizzle in honey or maple syrup to balance the tartness. Stir thoroughly and let sit for 10 minutes.
  5. Transfer to a bowl and optionally garnish with avocado, pomegranate seeds, or chopped nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 1gPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Adjust jalapeño for spice level and let the salsa rest to meld flavors.

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