Go Back
–+ servings
A bowl of cranberry relish garnished with a mint sprig.

Spicy Cranberry Relish

A woman's face.Angie Zoobkoff
Move over canned cranberry sauce. This bright, fresh, zippy relish is exactly what your holiday meal needs.
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 68 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bag (12 oz | 340 g) fresh or frozen cranberries
  • ⅓ cup agave syrup plus more to taste
  • 1 jalapeño coarsely chopped
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1 big pinch kosher salt

Instructions
 

  • Combine the cranberries, agave syrup, jalapeño, lime zest and juice, and salt in a food processor.
  • Process until everything is finely chopped, stopping to scrape the sides once or twice, 30 to 60 seconds total.
  • Scrape into a bowl. Taste and add more agave syrup, if needed. Cover and chill until you're ready to serve. The relish is best if made at least 30 minutes before serving.

Video

Notes

  • Stir it--Give the relish a good stir before serving to reincorporate any juices that have settled at the bottom.
  • Storage--Leftover relish can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Serving ideas--Serve extra relish alongside turkey quesadillas for an easy way to use up leftovers.
  • Dietary--This recipe is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.

Nutrition

Serving: 2 tbspCalories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 16gSodium: 10mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword cranberry sauce, holiday condiments, homemade relish
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!