Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla
Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla balances tart cranberries with citrusy brightness and gentle sweetness from pear. Vanilla and a single star anise add warm, aromatic depth, while orange zest and marmalade lift the finish. It’s a vibrant accompaniment for holiday roasts, weekend brunch boards, or any meal that benefits from a tangy-sweet spark.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 31 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 12 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 76
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 38
- Inflammatory
- 19
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the orange juice, cranberry juice, and sugar; bring to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
- 2
Stir in 1/2 of the cranberries, the pear, orange zest, vanilla extract, star anise, and salt, and bring back to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Add the remaining cranberries and cook, stirring often, until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture starts to thicken, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Remove from the heat. Stir in the orange marmalade and set aside. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Calories 79.38 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 0.24 g Low Source 0%
- Carbohydrate 18.48 g 7%
- Total Fat 0.06 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.12 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 1.31 mg Low Source 0%
- Dietary Fiber 2.24 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 13.75 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 6.81 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.08 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 50.88 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 1.26 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 16.92 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Sulfites
About This Recipe
Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla is made with 10 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dried Orange Peel, and Marmalade. Each serving provides about 79.38 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla made of?
- The main ingredients are Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dried Orange Peel, Marmalade, Orange Juice. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 79.38 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla healthy?
- Cranberry Orange Relish with Pear and Vanilla has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 79.38 calories and 0.24 g of protein, or 0% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus and Sulfites, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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