Description
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this vibrant Orange and Lime Cranberry Sauce. Bursting with tangy citrus and tart cranberries, this quick and easy recipe transforms a traditional side dish into a showstopper. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive occasion, this sauce is not just a complement to your meal—it’s an experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- Zest and juice of 2 navel oranges
- Zest and juice of 2 limes
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water, discarding any that are shriveled.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, sugar, water, orange juice, and lime juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves and cranberries begin to burst.
- Add orange zest, lime zest, and the cinnamon stick (if using) once bubbling.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra texture, consider adding chopped nuts or diced apples. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks; reheat gently if desired.