Emulsifier Free Vegan Cranberry Orange Relish
Bright, tangy, and just sweet enough, this cranberry orange relish is the kind of condiment that steals the show on any table. Fresh cranberries get pulsed with real orange juice and zest, a drizzle of maple syrup, a whisper of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt — nothing more, nothing less. That short ingredient list is exactly what makes this recipe such a win for anyone avoiding emulsifiers, since there are no additives, stabilizers, or processed thickeners hiding anywhere in it. So many store-bought relishes and cranberry sauces sneak in emulsifying agents to extend shelf life or smooth out texture, but here the food processor does all the work in under a minute. The result is a beautifully chunky, naturally set relish that holds together on its own. A quick rest in the fridge lets the flavors bloom and the texture firm up, so it's ready to spoon over roasted dishes, swirl into oatmeal, or spread onto a sandwich straight from the jar.
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8 servings
- 1 bag (12 oz) fresh or thawed frozen cranberries
- 1 medium navel orange, zested and juiced (about ¼ cup juice and 1 tbsp zest)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Pick through the cranberries and discard any that are soft or shriveled. Add them to the bowl of a food processor.
- 2
Add the orange zest, orange juice, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt to the food processor.
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