Turkey Free Cranberry-Orange Relish
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this cranberry-orange relish is the kind of condiment that steals the show at any holiday table — no bird required. Fresh cranberries simmer down with squeezed orange juice, maple syrup, and warm spices until they burst into a glossy, loose jam that smells absolutely incredible. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger give it a gentle warmth that feels festive without being overpowering, and the orange zest stirred in at the end keeps everything tasting fresh and vibrant. It's a naturally meat-free dish that works beautifully as a standalone side, a spread on biscuits, or a topping for cheese boards and grain bowls alike. The relish thickens as it cools, so what looks a little loose in the pan sets up into the perfect scoopable texture by the time it hits the table. Made with just a handful of real, recognizable ingredients, this is one of those recipes you'll find yourself making well beyond the holiday season.
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8 servings
- 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
- 1 tbsp orange zest (from about 1 medium orange)
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, orange juice, maple syrup, Ceylon cinnamon, ground ginger, and sea salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture starts to bubble, about 5 minutes.
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