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Cranberry Salsa That Brings Bold Flavor to Every Meal
Make your own Cranberry Salsa at home and bring new life to your snacks. Want to know how?
Looking for a salsa that’s fresh, tangy, and a little different? This cranberry salsa is just that. It’s easy to make and full of bold flavors that wake up your taste buds. Perfect for snacking or adding a twist to your meals.
Why try cranberry salsa? Cranberries add a bright, tart flavor that pairs perfectly with the crunch of cucumber and celery. The jalapeños bring a gentle heat that’s never overpowering. Plus, the orange liqueur gives it a sweet, citrusy kick. It’s a tasty way to enjoy something fresh and new. Give it a go and see how it can brighten up your table.

Cranberry Salsa isn’t just for holidays. This recipe uses simple ingredients like celery and orange liqueur to bring bold flavors that work any time of year
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Cranberry Salsa
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Resting Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Easy
Description
This cranberry salsa is simple to make and packed with bold flavors. It’s a great twist on the usual salsa, bringing a fresh, tangy punch with every bite. Once you try this, you won’t want to go back to any other salsa recipes.
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz) bag fresh cranberries
- 6 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange liqueur (like Grand Marnier)
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 pickled jalapeño slices, finely chopped
Instructions
- Put the cranberries in a food processor and pulse until they’re chopped but still a bit chunky.
- Move the cranberries to a bowl.
- Add sugar, orange liqueur, cucumber, celery, and jalapeño.
- Mix everything well and let it sit for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- This lets the flavors come together.
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Serve and enjoy!
Cranberry Salsa is a fresh twist that wakes up any meal. With crunchy cucumber, spicy jalapeños, and a hint of orange liqueur, this recipe brings bold flavors together. Have you tried mixing fruit with salsa before?
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Marietjie
Cranberry Salsa blends sweet, spicy, and crunchy all in one bowl. The orange liqueur adds a subtle citrus note that ties it together. What’s your favorite way to enjoy a fresh salsa like this?

This cranberry salsa recipe offers a fresh, tangy twist on traditional salsa. The mix of tart cranberries, crunchy cucumber, and spicy jalapeño creates bold flavors that brighten any dish. It’s simple to make and perfect for adding something new to meals or snacks. Anyone who tries it will want to make it again soon.
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