Description
This Best Cranberry Salsa recipe is a vibrant and tangy condiment combining fresh cranberries, jalapeños, ginger, and cilantro, perfect for serving with tortilla chips or as a flavorful topping for softened cream cheese and crackers. It’s quick to prepare and develops deeper flavors after chilling.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 1 to 2 medium jalapeños, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Cranberries: Rinse and drain 12 ounces of fresh cranberries, removing any that are soft or bruised. Place them in a food processor or blender and pulse until finely chopped but not mushy.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the chopped cranberries to a bowl. Add 1/4 cup sliced green onion, 1 to 2 minced jalapeños depending on desired heat level, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 2 tablespoons grated ginger. Pour in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1/2 cup granulated sugar, then stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Chill to Develop Flavors: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salsa for at least 1 hour. Chilling allows the tartness to mellow and flavors to meld, resulting in a more balanced and delicious salsa.
- Serve: Enjoy the cranberry salsa with tortilla chips as a zesty dip, or spoon it over softened cream cheese and serve with crackers for a delightful appetizer.
Notes
- Adjust the number of jalapeños to control the spiciness of the salsa.
- For a smoother texture, pulse cranberries more but avoid turning into puree.
- This salsa can be prepared a day in advance for even better flavor development.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days.
- Try adding a pinch of salt or a splash of orange juice for subtle variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cranberry salsa, holiday salsa, fresh cranberry recipe, spicy cranberry dip, appetizer salsa
