Description
Cranberry Relish with Toasted Pecans is a vibrant and refreshing condiment that beautifully balances the tartness of fresh cranberries with the rich, nutty flavor of toasted pecans. This easy-to-make relish is the perfect addition to your holiday table, enhancing festive meals like Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners. Its delightful crunch and sweet-tart profile make it a versatile accompaniment for meats, cheeses, or even as a topping for breakfast dishes. Bring warmth and joy to every gathering with this delicious recipe that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from 1 medium orange)
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cool water and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Stir occasionally until it reaches a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and stir in orange zest. Simmer for about 10 minutes until most cranberries burst.
- Meanwhile, toast pecans in a small skillet over low heat for about 5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
- Remove cranberry mixture from heat and fold in toasted pecans. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg