Best 7 Cranberry Date Relish Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

With a vibrant ruby red hue and a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, cranberry date relish is a culinary treasure that adds a touch of elegance to any holiday table or gathering. This versatile condiment is not only a perfect accompaniment to your favorite turkey or roasted meats but also a flavorful addition to cheese platters, sandwiches, and even baked goods. With its ability to enhance the flavors of various dishes, cranberry date relish has become a beloved staple in many kitchens, adding a burst of festive cheer to every bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH DATES AND ORANGE



Cranberry Sauce with Dates and Orange image

Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Sauce     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Cranberry     Orange     Date     Christmas Eve     Simmer     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup water
1 1/4 cups sugar
3 strips orange zest
1 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
1 cup coarsely chopped pitted dates (6 ounces), divided
2 (12-ounce) bags cranberries (thawed if frozen), divided

Steps:

  • Simmer water, sugar, zest, juice, vinegar, and cinnamon stick in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring, 3 minutes. Add half of dates and half of cranberries and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries begin to burst, about 7 minutes. Stir in remaining dates and cranberries and simmer until remaining cranberries begin to burst, about 7 minutes more. Serve at room temperature.

LAZY-DAY CRANBERRY RELISH



Lazy-Day Cranberry Relish image

While June Formanek is busy with holiday bustle, this no-fuss, ruby-red condiment can be simmering in her Belle Plaine, Iowa kitchen. "It's especially delicious served with turkey," assures June.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 6h5m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 cup orange juice
4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2 qt. slow cooker, mix sugar, orange zest and juice until sugar is dissolved; stir in cranberries. , Cook, covered, on low 6 hours. Mash berries; transfer to a bowl. Cool slightly. Refrigerate, covered, until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

WINNING CRANBERRY DATE BARS



Winning Cranberry Date Bars image

I enjoy making these when the cranberry season arrives. The recipe is very easy to put together, which is perfect for busy parents like me. -Richard Grams, LaCrosse, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1 package (8 ounces) chopped dates
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, melted
ORANGE GLAZE:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine cranberries and dates. Cover and cook over low heat until berries pop, 15 minutes, stirring often. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir in butter until crumbly. Press half into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake 8 minutes. Spoon cranberry mixture over the crust; spread gently. Sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture; pat down gently., Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

FESTIVE HOLIDAY CRANBERRY RELISH



Festive Holiday Cranberry Relish image

This festive side dish has been in our family for generations. It goes exceptionally well with ham or turkey. A great recipe for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

Provided by Jon Pierce

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Relish Recipes     Cranberry Relish Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (12 ounce) package frozen cranberries
2 cups white sugar
½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
¼ cup water
¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 pinch grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Stir cranberries, sugar, orange juice, water, lime juice, 1 teaspoon orange zest, and lime zest together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook at a simmer until cranberries pop, about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Transfer cooled sauce to serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour. Garnish with a pinch of orange zest to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 26.5 g

RAW CRANBERRY DATE RELISH WITH GINGER



Raw Cranberry Date Relish With Ginger image

A raw cranberry relish is a refreshing change from the typical cranberry sauce, making it great for roast meats as well as Thanksgiving turkey.

Provided by Christine Sahadi Whelan

Yield Serves 8-10

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup [60 g] pitted dates
¼ cup [45 g] crystallized ginger
3 scallions
1 lb [455 g] fresh cranberries
3 Tbsp. honey
Juice of 2 limes
1 jalapeño pepper, minced
¼ cup [10 g] chopped fresh cilantro
1¼ tsp. minced fresh ginger
¼ tsp. fine sea salt
¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Using a large, sharp knife, dice the dates and crystallized ginger into small, uniform dice. Thinly slice the scallions and then mince them finely.
  • Put the cranberries in the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times until they are in rough pieces. Add the honey, lime juice, jalapeño, cilantro, fresh ginger, salt, and pepper and continue to pulse until finely diced. Add the dates, crystalized ginger, and scallions and pulse once or twice to combine.
  • Refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to blend thoroughly. Serve at room temperature.

CRANBERRY DATE RELISH



Cranberry Date Relish image

Make and share this Cranberry Date Relish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Michele7

Categories     Low Protein

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb raw cranberries
1 cup sugar
1 cup snipped dates
1/2 cup light raisins
2 cups water
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ginger

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine all ingredients.
  • Bring to the boiling point and boil rapidly, uncovered, for about 10 minutes, stirring accasionally.
  • Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.4, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 7.4, Carbohydrate 107.4, Fiber 9.4, Sugar 90.1, Protein 2

GRANDMA'S CRANBERRY RELISH



Grandma's Cranberry Relish image

This is a tart and tangy cranberry side dish, perfect for any holiday meal! My grandmother's recipe that my mom still makes as a family tradition.

Provided by BearsFanJeff

Categories     Berries

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (12 ounce) bag cranberries
1 whole orange
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Wash and drain cranberries.
  • Cut whole orange into quarters.
  • Chop in food processor until pieces are minced. You may need to do this in portions depending on the size of your food processor.
  • Pour into a bowl and mix in sugar.
  • Allow to rest in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Serve with turkey, ham, or your favorite holiday meal.

Tips:

- To make the relish ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. - If you want a sweeter relish, add more sugar or honey to taste. - If you want a spicier relish, add more chili pepper or cayenne pepper to taste. - Be sure to use fresh cranberries and dates for the best flavor. - If you don't have any fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries instead. Just be sure to thaw them before using. - This relish is a great way to use up leftover cranberries after Thanksgiving or Christmas.

Conclusion:

Cranberry date relish is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other special occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. With its sweet, tart, and spicy flavor, cranberry date relish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting condiment to try, give cranberry date relish a try. You won't be disappointed!

Related Topics