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Fresh Cranberry Orange Walnut Relish

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A simple, vibrant relish bursting with fresh cranberries, bright orange zest, and crunchy toasted walnuts. Perfect as a flavorful side for holidays or any time of year.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed and picked over
  • 1 large orange, zested and juiced
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (60 grams), toasted and roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams), adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)

Instructions

  1. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Zest the orange using a microplane or fine grater, avoiding the bitter white pith. Juice the orange to yield about 1/4 cup (60 ml) of juice, removing any seeds.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, granulated sugar, honey or maple syrup, water, and a pinch of salt. Stir to mix.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Simmer for about 10 minutes until most berries burst but the mixture still has some texture. Add more water if too thick.
  5. Stir in the orange zest, orange juice, and ground cinnamon (if using). Mix well.
  6. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly for about 10 minutes. Fold in the toasted walnuts.
  7. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding extra honey or sugar. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

Do not overcook cranberries to keep some texture. Toast walnuts until fragrant but not burnt. Adjust sweetness to taste. Let relish sit overnight for flavors to meld. Can pulse lightly in a food processor for smoother texture if desired.

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