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Tex Mex Cranberry Salsa Recipe

Forget the sugary sweet cranberry sauce! This Tex-Mex Cranberry Salsa offers a vibrant, savory explosion of flavor perfect for your holiday gatherings or a weeknight fiesta. Tangy cranberries mingle with spicy jalapeños, refreshing red onion, and zesty lime for a salsa that's both unexpected and unforgettable. A delicious and easy recipe ready in minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 3 mins
Calories 356.3 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 3.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tex Mex Cranberry Salsa

  • 1 (14 ounce) can Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce (not jellied)
  • 1 fresh Jalapeno pepper, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
  • Green Onions (measurement not specified in recipe; recipe uses red onion)
  • Dried Cilantro (measurement not specified in recipe; recipe uses fresh cilantro)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to taste)

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How to Make Tex Mex Cranberry Salsa

  1. Finely chop the red onion, jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), and cilantro.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, cranberries, lime juice, and olive oil.
  3. Gently stir to combine all ingredients.
  4. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. (Optional: Refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for a chilled salsa.)
  6. Serve with tortilla chips, as a topping for grilled chicken or fish, or as a side to your favorite Mexican dishes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

349g

Fat

0g

Carbs

30g

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