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Spicy Cranberry Salsa

Zesty Spicy Cranberry Salsa for Your Next Snack Attack

This Spicy Cranberry Salsa is your go-to recipe for a quick snack that balances sweetness and heat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries or canned
  • 1 whole jalapeño adjust for heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon sugar to taste
  • to taste salt
Optional Add-ins
  • to taste cilantro fresh
  • to taste onions diced

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the cranberries under cool running water, ensuring any stems or damaged berries are removed.
  2. Finely chop the jalapeño, adjusting the quantity based on your personal heat preference.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the rinsed cranberries, chopped jalapeño, lime juice, and sugar. Add salt to taste and stir gently.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a food processor or blender. Pulse until it reaches a chunky texture.
  5. Taste your salsa and adjust flavors if necessary, adding more sugar if it’s too tart.
  6. Transfer the salsa to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve the chilled salsa alongside crunchy tortilla chips and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

This salsa can be made a day ahead of time for best flavor. Avoid freezing to maintain texture and taste.

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