Dried Cherry Cranberry Relish

Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant Dried Cherry Cranberry Relish, a sweet-tart medley of dried cherries, cranberries, and warming spices simmered in a tangy orange juice base. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and features a touch of cinnamon, ginger, and fresh orange zest for depth of flavor. Optional chopped pecans add a delightful crunch, making it the perfect accompaniment to roasted meats, cheese boards, or holiday sandwiches. Whether served warm or chilled, this luscious relish bursts with bold, fruity flavors and is sure to impress! Store leftovers for up to a week and enjoy its versatility all season long.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried cherries
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the dried cherries and dried cranberries.

Step 2

Add orange juice, water, and granulated sugar to the saucepan and stir to combine.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 4

Once simmering, add the orange zest, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt. Stir well to incorporate the spices.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, or until the dried fruits have plumped up and the liquid has reduced to a syrupy consistency.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 7

If using pecans, stir them into the relish once the mixture has cooled but is still slightly warm.

Step 8

Transfer the relish to a serving dish or airtight container. Let it cool completely before serving—this will help the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Serve as a side dish with roasted meats, spread it on sandwiches, or pair it with cheese and crackers. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1523.1

Total Fat 41.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 647.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 283.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 255.5g
Protein 8.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161.6mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 868.7mg	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: 24.1%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 73.8%