
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 navel orange zest and juice, a drizzle of maple syrup, a whisper of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt — that's genuinely all it takes. The food processor does the heavy lifting, and a quick chill in the fridge lets everything come together into a chunky, jewel-toned relish with serious depth of flavor. Store-bought versions often sneak in unexpected add-ins or are processed on shared equipment with tree nuts, so making it from scratch gives you total peace of mind. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so it works beautifully for guests with a range of dietary needs without any compromise on taste. Serve it alongside a holiday roast, spoon it over oatmeal, or spread it on a sandwich — this relish is far more versatile than it gets credit for.
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Pick through the cranberries and discard any that are soft or shriveled. Add them to the bowl of a food processor.
Add the orange zest, orange juice, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt to the food processor.
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