Fresh Cranberry Salsa Recipe

A vibrant and surprisingly easy cranberry salsa recipe! This festive twist on a classic combines tart cranberries with spicy jalapeño and sweet onion for a perfect holiday appetizer or side dish. Get ready to impress your guests with this stunning and delicious Ocean Spray-inspired salsa.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 254.5 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fresh Cranberry Salsa

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How to Make Fresh Cranberry Salsa

  1. Finely chop 1/2 cup red onion and 1 jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat) using a food processor or sharp knife.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped onion and jalapeño with 1 (12-ounce) bag fresh cranberries, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon orange zest, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Gently stir to combine all ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed (add more lime juice for tartness, or a pinch of sugar for sweetness).
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cranberries to soften slightly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

220g

Fat

0g

Carbs

21g