Cranberry-Pear Salsa

With a spicy jolt from the serrano chile, this salsa is a refreshing take on the traditional accompaniment to a roasted bird, yet the flavors blend gracefully and don't overwhelm. Leftovers are delicious with tortilla chips or spread on a turkey sandwich.


Cranberry-Pear Salsa

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Servings: Yields 4-1/2 cups
Related Categories: Cranberry, Fruit

 
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Ingredients
  • 12 ounces
    fresh cranberries, picked over and stemmed
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  • 1-1/2 cups
    peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped pears (about 2 medium or 1 large)
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  • 1/2 cup
    diced green bell pepper
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  • 1/4 cup
    honey
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  • 1/2 cup
    granulated sugar
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  • fresh serrano chile, cored, seeded, and minced
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  • 1 teaspoon
    finely grated orange zest
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  • 2 tablespoons
    fresh orange juice
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  • 1 tablespoon
    canola oil
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    Pinch salt
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Directions
1.
Coarsely chop the cranberries (or pulse them in a food processor until coarsely chopped). Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl and toss gently. Taste and adjust the seasonings.

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