Cranberry and Pomegranate Relish with Orange Zest

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A zesty, fresh relish combining tart cranberries and sweet pomegranate seeds with bright orange zest, perfect for adding color and tang to your Thanksgiving plate. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe (gluten free, vegan), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs fresh cranberries, pomegranate seeds, granulated sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 15 min Serves 8 American cuisine 70 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups fresh cranberries, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup orange juice, and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have burst and the mixture thickens slightly.
  3. Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup pomegranate seeds, 1 tsp orange zest, and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon. Mix gently to combine and let cool to room temperature.
  4. Step 4: Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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