Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest
Cranberry sauce with orange zest is a vibrant and zesty addition to your holiday table, transforming any meal into a festive feast. This tangy yet sweet sauce combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the bright notes of orange zest, creating a delightful balance perfect for turkey, sandwiches, or even desserts. With its stunning red hue and aromatic fragrance, this easy-to-make sauce is sure to become a family favorite year after year.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water and discard any stems or blemished berries.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange zest, and water.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool to thicken further before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (62g)
- Calories: 93
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg