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Cranberry salsa in a white bowl, with a chip dipping into it.
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Easy Cranberry Salsa

Two ingredient easy cranberry salsa will be the hit of the dip table at your next party – and it takes less than five minutes to make!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizers/Snacks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 oz.) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 jar (12 oz.) thick and chunky salsa, drained (see note)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons jalapeño peppers, chopped as garnish (optional)
  • tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, empty the cranberry sauce and mash slightly with spoon.
    1 can (14 oz.) whole berry cranberry sauce
  • Using a fine mesh strainer, lightly drain the salsa, removing some of the excess liquid. Add it to cranberry sauce, mixing until combined.
    1 jar (12 oz.) thick and chunky salsa, drained
  • Garnish with chopped jalapeño peppers, if desired.
    2 to 3 tablespoons jalapeño peppers, chopped as garnish
  • Serve with tortilla chips or refer to the notes below for more serving ideas.

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Notes

  • Salsa: For this recipe, you want a shelf-stable jar of thick chunky salsa, not a fresh salsa, which tends to be more watery. I recommend going spicier than you might typically buy, to contrast with the sweetness cranberry sauce. I usually buy a medium or hot salsa.
  • Possible garnishes/add-ins: If you prefer, garnish the salsa with fresh cilantro leaves instead of jalapeño peppers. Possible add-ins are finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, or a half teaspoon of chipotle powder.
  • Serving suggestions: While this salsa is great with tortilla chips, it also goes well with crackers or crostini. It can also easily be turned into a creamy dip by stirring the desired amount into a block of softened cream cheese. I also like to serve it on cream cheese as a spread for crackers. 
  • Storage: Refrigerate salsa in a tightly covered container. It will keep for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 225mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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