Jingle Bell Cranberries on Boston Lettuce
Delight your taste buds with the festive and flavorful 'Jingle Bell Cranberries on Boston Lettuce,' a perfect addition to your holiday table. This vibrant recipe pairs tart, juicy cranberries simmered with orange juice, honey, and zest, creating a sweet-tart relish that bursts with seasonal flavor. Presented atop tender Boston lettuce leaves, this dish doubles as both a refreshing salad and a show-stopping appetizer. Optional toppings like toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, while creamy feta crumbles take the flavor profile to the next level. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, offering a visually stunning and nutritious option that’s sure to impress your guests. Keep this simple yet elegant dish in your festive recipe rotation for a fresh take on seasonal cuisine!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 8 leaves Boston lettuce leaves
- 0.5 cups Pecans (optional, toasted)
- 0.25 cups Feta cheese crumbles (optional)
Directions
Step 1
1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the fresh cranberries, granulated sugar, and fresh orange juice.
Step 2
2. Stir the mixture occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries begin to pop, about 8-10 minutes.
Step 3
3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the orange zest and honey. Allow the cranberry mixture to cool to room temperature.
Step 4
4. While the cranberries cool, rinse and pat dry the Boston lettuce leaves. Arrange them on a serving platter or individual salad plates.
Step 5
5. Once the cranberry mixture has cooled, spoon it generously onto each lettuce leaf.
Step 6
6. (Optional) Sprinkle toasted pecans and feta cheese crumbles over the top for added texture and flavor.
Step 7
7. Serve immediately as a festive appetizer or side salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (764.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1283.5 |
| Total Fat 54.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 53.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 688.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 201.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 160.4g | |
| Protein 16.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 391.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 808.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories