Description
Elevate your gatherings with this vibrant cranberry salsa paired with creamy cheese, delivering a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Fresh Cranberries (1 bag)
- 1 Jalapeño Pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Cranberries: Rinse fresh cranberries under cold water and remove any stems or spoiled berries. Drain well.
- 2. Chop the Vegetables: Finely chop the jalapeño and roughly chop the cilantro. Combine in a bowl with the cranberries.
- 3. Add Sweetness: Sprinkle sugar over the mixture and squeeze in lime juice to balance the flavors.
- 4. Mix It Up: Stir until well combined. Refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- 5. Prepare Cream Cheese Base: Spread softened cream cheese onto a serving platter, creating a 'bowl' shape if desired.
- 6. Serve It Up: Spoon chilled cranberry mixture over the cream cheese right before serving. Enjoy with crackers or fresh veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a milder salsa, remove jalapeño seeds. Add diced mango for a tropical twist or substitute bell peppers for less heat. Letting the salsa chill enhances flavor infusion; it's best served cold.