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Cranberry Orange Relish Recipe No Cook 1764367320.836305

cranberry orange relish recipe no cook

  • Author: Sarah Williams
  • Total Time: 147 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This no-cook cranberry orange relish offers a vibrant, sweet, and zesty burst of flavor, perfect for quickly elevating any meal with its family-friendly and healthy profile.

Ingredients

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  • 450 g (3 cups) fresh cranberries, rinsed
  • 2 large (approx 400 g) navel oranges, scrubbed
  • 200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar
  • 60 g (0.5 cup) raw shelled pistachios
  • 5 mL (1 teaspoon) pure rosewater
  • 1.25 mL (0.25 teaspoon) ground cardamom
  • 10–12 fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Toast Pistachios: Preheat a dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add raw shelled pistachios and toast, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden (5-7 minutes). Transfer them immediately to a plate to cool completely, then roughly chop.
  2. Prep Oranges: Zest one of the oranges entirely using a fine grater. Then, carefully peel both oranges, removing all white pith. Roughly chop the peeled orange flesh into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Combine & Pulse: In a food processor, combine the fresh cranberries, orange zest, and chopped orange flesh. Pulse the mixture until it’s finely chopped but still retains some texture; avoid over-processing into a smooth puree. (If it looks too watery, pulse in a few more cranberries to thicken the consistency slightly.)
  4. Flavor the Relish: Transfer the cranberry-orange mixture to a medium bowl. Stir in the granulated sugar, pure rosewater, and ground cardamom until everything is well combined and the sugar begins to dissolve.
  5. Chill & Meld: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the relish for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. This allows the beautiful flavors to meld deeply and the sugar to fully dissolve, creating a richer taste.
  6. Garnish & Serve: Spoon the chilled relish into a shallow serving bowl. Generously scatter the chopped toasted pistachios over the top for a mix of textures. Arrange the fresh mint leaves artfully on one side for a vibrant color contrast before presenting this delightful relish.

Notes

For a faster method, serve immediately but flavors deepen with at least 30 minutes of chilling. Reduce sugar by 0.25 to 0.5 cup for a less sweet taste. If too watery, pulse in more cranberries; if too bitter, add more sugar gradually. Organic produce is recommended for purest taste.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Assembling
  • Cuisine: General

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 0.25 cup (approx 60 g)
  • Calories: 150 calories
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Sodium: 5 mg
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: cranberry, orange, relish, no cook, easy, festive, side dish, healthy, pistachios, rosewater

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