Best 10 Best Cranberry Salsa Recipes

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Cranberry salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be enjoyed as a dip, topping, or side dish. With its vibrant red color and tangy flavor, cranberry salsa is a perfect addition to any holiday table or party spread. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something with a unique twist, there's sure to be a cranberry salsa recipe that you'll love. In this article, we'll explore some of the best cranberry salsa recipes out there, so you can find the perfect one to enjoy with your family and friends.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY SALSA



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Cranberry Salsa is an amazing holiday appetizer that is served over cream cheese and paired with your favorite chips or crackers. You're going to love this fun twist on classic party food!

Provided by Rachel Farnsworth

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces cranberries
1/4 cup sliced green onions
2 jalapeños (minced)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves (minced)
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Rinse, drain, and pick over cranberries, (discarding all that are soft or bruised). Place cranberries in a food processor or blender; pulse until finely chopped but not mushy.
  • Place crushed cranberries in a bowl; mix together with green onions, jalapeños, cilantro leaves, and ginger. Pour lemon juice and sugar over and stir together.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate and allow flavors to develop. It will be a bit tart to begin with, but as it is allowed to sit it will develop even more flavor.
  • Can be served as a plain salsa, but is amazing served over cream cheese with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRESH CRANBERRY SALSA



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A fresh alternative to store-bought cranberry sauce. Quick and easy!

Provided by Peach822

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries
6 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
½ cucumber - peeled, seeded, and diced
2 stalks celery, chopped
4 slices pickled jalapeno pepper, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place the cranberries into a food processor, and pulse until finely chopped. They should still have some texture. Transfer to a serving bowl, and stir in the sugar, orange liqueur, cucumber, celery and jalapeno. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving to blend the flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 42.7 mg, Sugar 12.9 g

CRANBERRY SALSA



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup canned whole cranberry sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Zest and juice of 1 lime
1 jalapeno, coarsely chopped
1/2 white onion coarsely chopped, covered and microwaved for 1 minute
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
1/2 cup Mexican-flavored canned tomatoes, drained and chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Serving suggestion: Serve with Turkey Taquitos, recipe follows.
2 cups plus 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 white onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked turkey
1 1/2 cups shredded jack cheese
1/2 cup Mexican-flavored canned tomatoes, drained and chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
18 white or yellow corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Place the cranberry sauce, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, onion, red pepper, green pepper, tomatoes, and salt, and pepper, to taste in a food processor and pulse until blended, but still chunky. Serve with Turkey Taquitos.
  • Sweat the onion, garlic, and jalapeno in a saute pan with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Remove from the heat and add to a large bowl. To the bowl, add the shredded turkey, cheese, tomatoes and season with salt, and pepper, to taste. Mix the ingredients thoroughly.
  • Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 10 seconds so they are pliable.
  • Fill the tortillas with a tablespoon of filling and roll into a thin taquito, securing with a toothpick. Keep the taquitos covered with a damp towel before cooking otherwise the corn tortillas will dry out and crack. Heat 2 cups oil in a straight-sided pan to 350 degrees F. Place the taquitos in the hot oil in batches and shallow fry until crisp, rolling to cook all sides, about 3 minutes.
  • Drain the taquitos on paper towels and salt. Remove the toothpicks before serving.

CRANBERRY SALSA



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Tangy and sweet with a bit of a bite. Quick and easy, and always requested at gatherings.

Provided by Shan559

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) bag cranberries, fresh or frozen
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 bunch green onions, cut into 3 inch lengths
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 limes, juiced
¾ cup white sugar
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Combine cranberries, cilantro, green onions, jalapeno pepper, lime juice, sugar, and salt in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a medium blade. Chop to medium consistency. Refrigerate if not using immediately. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 1.3 g, Sodium 37.7 mg, Sugar 28.6 g

SPICY CRANBERRY SALSA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Empty a 12-ounce bag of fresh or frozen cranberries into a saucepan and transfer 1/2 cup to a small bowl. Add 1 cup sugar, 1 strip orange or lemon zest and 2 tablespoons water to the pan and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the cranberries are soft, about 10 minutes. Increase the heat to medium and cook until the cranberries burst, about 12 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the reserved cranberries. Add sugar, salt and pepper to taste. Chop 1 cup raw cranberries in a food processor and add to cranberry sauce. Stir in 1 thinly sliced jalapeno, 1 tablespoon lime juice and 1 teaspoon each honey and salt. Let cool to room temperature. Just before serving, add 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.

CRANBERRY SALSA



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Wisconsin grows an abundance of cranberries and celebrates the harvest with many cranberry festivals. I don't remember where I obtained this recipe, but it's easy, different...and good! Try it with pork or leftover turkey.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
2 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 to 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 to 4 tablespoons chopped jalapeno peppers
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring cranberries and water to a boil for 2 minutes. Drain. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Add cilantro, peppers, onion, orange peel, salt and pepper. Mix well. Cool and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY SALSA WITH CREAM CHEESE



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Here's a busy host's dream! Stir together the zippy, Christmasy red salsa ahead of time, then just spoon it over a block of cream cheese when guests arrive. -Linda Mattfield, Eugene, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups salsa (2 cups cream cheese).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
1/2 cup sugar
4 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Place cranberries in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in sugar, green onions, cilantro, jalapeno, ginger and lemon juice. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours or overnight., Place cream cheese on a serving platter; top with cranberry mixture. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

UNCLE BILL'S CRANBERRY SALSA



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This recipe was found in a magazine and it turned out to be very tasty and easy to make. Wish to share it with you.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Sauces

Time 23m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 large granny smith apple, peeled, cored and cut into chunks
1/2 large sweet red pepper, seeded and cut into chunks
1/2 medium red onion, cut into chunks
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup apple juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeno peppers or 2 tablespoons use 1 medium fresh jalapenos
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 (14 ounce) package spinach tortillas

Steps:

  • Rinse cranberries in cold water.
  • In a food processor, add cranberries, apple, red pepper and onion and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  • Transfer to a mixing bowl and set aside.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, stir together sugar, apple juice, cilantro, Jalapeno pepper and lime zest; mix well to blend.
  • Add this mixture to the cranberry mixture and mix well to blend.
  • Spoon into jars with a cover and refrigerate.
  • To prepare Tortillas:.
  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Using a tree-shaped cookie cutter, cut 6 trees from each tortilla, or cut the tortillas into wedges.
  • Place cut tortilla on an ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in preheated 375 F oven for 8 minutes or until crisp.
  • You may also place the cut tortillas on parchment paper and microwave on HIGH (full power) for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until nice and crisp.
  • Store tortilla chips in a plastic bag.
  • Serve cranberry salsa with tortilla chips.
  • Frozen cranberries can also be used to make the salsa.

CRANBERRY SAUCE SALSA



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Don't toss that little bit of cranberry sauce leftover from Thanksgiving dinner. This recipe, which we developed for a special kids' edition of The New York Times, calls for making it into a savory-sweet salsa that everyone will love. Just add some chopped fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro and jalapeño to prepared whole cranberry sauce (not the jellied stuff). Stir in some lime zest and juice, and a sprinkling of chile powder, cumin and cayenne. Serve with enchilada pie or tortilla chips, and consider stocking canned cranberry sauce in your cabinet all year long.

Provided by Margaux Laskey

Categories     easy, snack, dips and spreads, appetizer, side dish

Time 10m

Yield About 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup whole cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed if you don't like it spicy)
1 clove garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lime
Juice of 1/2 a lime
1/8 teaspoon chile powder
1/8 teaspoon cumin
Dash of cayenne (optional)
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine cranberry sauce, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, garlic, lime zest and juice, chili powder, cumin and cayenne and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Allow to rest for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can meld. Serve with enchilada pie or with a bowl of tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 453 milligrams, Sugar 29 grams

VAL'S CRANBERRY SALSA



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My friend Val shared this recipe with me last year. It is a new favorite, and one that I plan on taking many places over the holiday season, as it is different. Best served with Wheat Thins, this salsa is yummy and a must try! The original recipe called for a 1 pound package of cranberries; I've found that fresh cranberries are now packaged in 12 oz. portions, and this size works. Don't forget to allow time for chilling, to allow flavors to develop...This will make enough for 2 blocks of cream cheese, so you have 1 to serve, and 1 to share!

Provided by alligirl

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 16 ounces, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 bunch cilantro
1 bunch green onion
2 jalapenos (may use canned)
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 (8 ounce) blocks cream cheese

Steps:

  • Add first 4 ingredients above together in food processor.
  • Pulse well to combine.
  • Add sugar and lemon juice, and pulse until combined.
  • Pour over cream cheese and serve!

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Cranberries: Use plump, firm cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chop Ingredients Evenly: Ensure that all ingredients are chopped into similar-sized pieces for a cohesive salsa.
  • Use a Sharp Knife: A sharp knife will help you make clean, even cuts and prevent the ingredients from becoming bruised.
  • Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings to your preference. You may want to add more lime juice, salt, or honey for a balanced flavor.
  • Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the salsa for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Dishes: Cranberry salsa is a versatile condiment that can be served with various dishes, including tacos, burritos, nachos, grilled meats, and fish.
  • Store Properly: Keep the leftover salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

Cranberry salsa is a delightful and versatile condiment that adds a tangy, sweet, and refreshing twist to various dishes. With its vibrant color and unique flavor profile, it is sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer or a flavorful addition to your main course, cranberry salsa is an excellent choice. So, gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and enjoy the deliciousness of this homemade cranberry salsa!

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