Vegan Cranberry-Orange Relish
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this cranberry-orange relish is the kind of condiment that steals the show at any table. Fresh cranberries simmer down with squeezed orange juice and pure maple syrup until they burst into a glossy, jammy sauce that smells absolutely incredible. Ceylon cinnamon and ground ginger add a warm, aromatic depth that makes this feel far more special than anything you'd grab off a store shelf. The orange zest goes in right at the end, keeping it fresh and fragrant rather than bitter. Every single ingredient here is plant-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it's naturally free of dairy, honey, and any animal products. It thickens beautifully as it cools, making it easy to prep ahead and pull straight from the fridge when you need it. Spoon it over roasted vegetables, swirl it into oatmeal, or serve it alongside your favorite holiday spread — it works just about everywhere.
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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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