Ingredients
– 12 ounces fresh cranberries Provides the tangy base full of antioxidants
– 3/4 cup sugar (adjustable to taste) Adds sweetness and helps macerate the cranberries when chilled
– 1 jalapeno (seeded and coarsely chopped, with seeds left in for extra heat if desired) Brings a mild to fiery kick that you can customize
– 1/2 cup cilantro Offers fresh, herbal notes that brighten the mix
– 4 green onions Adds a sharp, oniony flavor with both white and green parts for balance
– 2 tablespoons lime juice Enhances brightness and keeps the salsa fresh
– A pinch of salt Helps bring out all the flavors without overpowering them
Instructions
1-First, rinse and drain 12 ounces of fresh cranberries to remove any debris, setting the stage for that tangy base. Next, seed and coarsely chop 1 jalapeno leave in the seeds if you want extra heat and prepare the other items like cilantro and green onions. This step ensures everything is ready for blending, which creates a smooth yet chunky salsa.
2-Combine the cranberries, jalapeno, 1/2 cup cilantro, 4 green onions, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 3/4 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt in a food processor. Blend until the mixture is fairly fine, which usually takes about 30 seconds to a minute. Once done, transfer it to a bowl and give it a quick stir to check the consistency.
3-After blending, chill the salsa for a few hours or overnight to let the sugar macerate the cranberries and enhance the flavors. Finally, serve it spooned over two 8-ounce blocks of cream cheese, using a spreader for softer crackers to avoid mess.
Last Step:
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🌡️ Tip: Adjust jalapeno seeds to control heat level, adding more for spicier salsa.
🍬 Tip: Custom sweetness by varying sugar amount—start with less and add as needed.
❄️ Tip: Use frozen cranberries if fresh are unavailable; thaw before processing for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours or overnight
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Blending, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 cup salsa with cream cheese and crackers
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg