Cranberry Relish or Compote

Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant and zesty Cranberry Relish or Compote! Bursting with the tart sweetness of fresh cranberries and bright hints of orange juice and zest, this easy, 25-minute side dish is a must-have for Thanksgiving or any festive feast. The warm undertones of cinnamon and ginger pair perfectly with optional chopped pecans, adding a delightful crunch to every bite. Simmered to the perfect consistency and cooled to let the flavors meld, this versatile recipe can be served chilled or at room temperature as a classic holiday side, sandwich topping, or even a dessert accent. Impress your guests with this stunning seasonal dish that’s both simple and unforgettable!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 0.5 cups orange juice
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 0.25 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.5 cups water
• 0.25 cups chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any soft or damaged ones.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugars dissolve.

Step 3

Stir in the orange zest, cinnamon stick, and ground ginger.

Step 4

Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the cranberries simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries pop and the mixture thickens.

Step 6

Once the compote reaches the desired consistency, remove the saucepan from heat.

Step 7

Optional: Stir in the chopped pecans for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Allow the compote to cool to room temperature. Remove and discard the cinnamon stick.

Step 9

Transfer the cranberry relish or compote to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side or topping!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(756.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941.4

Total Fat 20.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 21.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 161.0g
Protein 5.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 125.5mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 687.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.9%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 78.9%