Ingredients
– 12 ounces fresh cranberries
– 4-5 green onions, chopped
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
– 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
– 1 cup sugar, more or less to taste
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
– 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, light or regular, softened
– Crackers for serving
Instructions
1-Pulse the cranberries in a food processor or blender until coarsely chopped. This helps release their tart flavors and creates the base of the dip.
2-Add green onions, cilantro, jalapeno, sugar, cumin, lemon juice, and salt; pulse until well combined and finely chopped for a smooth mixture.
3-Transfer the mixture to a covered container and refrigerate for 4 hours or up to overnight. This step lets the flavors meld and develop, making the dip even better.
4-When ready to serve, spread softened cream cheese evenly on a serving plate or pie dish.
5-Top evenly with the cranberry-jalapeno mixture.
6-Refrigerate for up to an hour before serving to keep it chilled and fresh.
7-Serve with crackers for a tasty appetizer.
Last Step:
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🍋 Use fresh cranberries, jalapenos, cilantro, and lime juice for best flavor.
🍽 Prepare the cranberry mixture several hours ahead and drain excess liquid for better texture.
🥄 Whipped cream cheese can be used for easier spreading and a lighter texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Refrigeration time: 4 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending and chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 251
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 205 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg