Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa

This salsa is a unique and delicious appetizer. It's perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 63 kcal

Equipment

Blender or food processor
Food preparation gloves
Knife
Cutting board

Ingredients

1 jalapeno seeds removed; roughly chopped
1/4 cup cilantro fresh, loosely packed leaves
1/4 red onion roughly chopped
1/2-3/4 cup pure maple syrup
zest from 1 lime optional
2 tbsp lime juice or juice from 1 lime
1 3/4 tsp RealTaste Zen seasoning
12 oz cranberries fresh (3 cups)

Instructions

With gloves on your hands, remove seeds from jalapeno, roughly chop and add to blender.
Add cilantro to blender.
Roughly chop onion and add to blender.
Place remaining ingredients in order listed into blender or food processor.
Pulse until ingredients are finely chopped, stopping to stir as needed.
Store covered in the fridge for up to a week.
Serve with chips, crackers and cheese, or in place of cranberry sauce.

Notes

Leave all or part of the jalapeno seeds in, if you'd like more spice.

You can also add some freshly grated ginger for more heat and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcalFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 177mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 2gAdded Sugar: 11gProtein: 1gCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mgPotassium: 73mg

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