Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa Recipe

This vibrant Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy, adding a festive kick to any meal! Customize the heat with jalapeños, habaneros, or serranos – it's entirely up to you! This recipe easily doubles, making it perfect for parties or meal prepping. Enjoy it with turkey, chicken, pork, or your favorite chips. The flavors deepen the longer it sits in the fridge, so make it ahead for best results!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 241.1 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa

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How to Make Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa

  1. Combine 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries in a food processor.
  2. Pulse 3-4 times until cranberries are coarsely chopped, leaving some texture.
  3. Transfer the chopped cranberries to a medium bowl.
  4. Add 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 jalapeños (or 1/2 habanero or 1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced), 1/4 cup lime juice, and 2 tablespoons lime zest.
  5. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
  6. Season generously with salt (start with 1/2 teaspoon and adjust to taste) and add 2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste, depending on cranberry sweetness).
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or up to 3 days) to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
  8. Optional: Garnish with extra cilantro and a few lime wedges before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

200g

Fat

0g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa?

Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa?

Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa has approximately 241.1 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa?

The key ingredients for Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa are Cranberries, Green Onion, Fresh Orange Juice, Honey, Water, Green Bell Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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