Description
This vibrant cranberry salsa is a refreshing blend of tart cranberries, sweet sugar, zesty lime juice, and a spicy kick from jalapeño. Perfect as a tangy condiment for gatherings, it comes together quickly in a food processor for a smooth to medium consistency and can be served immediately or chilled to enhance the flavors.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries
- 0.75 cup white sugar
- 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
- 1 bunch green onions, cut into 3 inch lengths
- 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 medium limes, juiced
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash and prepare the fresh cranberries, cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño. Seed and mince the jalapeño to control the desired heat. Juice the limes and set aside.
- Combine in Food Processor: Place cranberries, sugar, chopped cilantro, green onions, minced jalapeño, lime juice, and a pinch of salt into the bowl of a food processor fitted with a medium blade.
- Process Ingredients: Pulse the mixture until it reaches a medium consistency—neither too smooth nor too chunky. This texture delivers the perfect balance for the salsa.
- Adjust Flavor: Taste the salsa and adjust by adding more sugar for sweetness, lime juice for acidity, or jalapeño for heat according to your preference.
- Serve or Chill: Transfer the cranberry salsa to a serving bowl. You can serve it immediately or refrigerate to let the flavors meld further. Bring to room temperature before serving for best taste.
Notes
- This cranberry salsa is quick and easy to make, ideal for a last-minute appetizer or a party condiment.
- The salsa’s flavors develop and improve if refrigerated for a few hours before serving.
- Adjust the jalapeño amount carefully to control the heat level to your preference.
- Serve with chips, grilled meats, or as a topping for tacos and sandwiches for a burst of fresh flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 144 kcal
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 38 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
