Description
A bright, tangy, and refreshing no-cook relish made with fresh cranberries and a whole orange. This vintage recipe is a timeless holiday classic, offering a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and citrus flavors to complement rich festive meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 large seedless orange, washed and cut into chunks (skin included if thin-skinned, otherwise peel first)
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar, adjust to taste
- Optional add-ins: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch, ½ cup diced apple for sweetness, ¼ tsp ground cinnamon for warmth
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Rinse fresh cranberries under cold water and drain well. Wash and chop the large seedless orange into small chunks, removing seeds if necessary.
- Process the mixture: Add the cranberries and orange pieces into a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed, ensuring a chunky texture. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Sweeten: Transfer the processed mixture to a mixing bowl and stir in the granulated sugar. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if it’s too tart.
- Chill: Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Stir the Vintage Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish before serving. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with orange zest or chopped nuts if desired.
Notes
- For best results, use thin-skinned oranges or peel thicker-skinned varieties to avoid bitterness.
- Do not over-process the ingredients; the relish should maintain a chunky consistency.
- The flavors develop and improve as the relish chills, so making it 1–2 days in advance is recommended.
- For a natural sweetener, consider using honey or maple syrup instead of granulated sugar.
- This recipe makes approximately 2 ½ cups of relish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 tbsp