Pineapple Cranberry Relish

Name: Pineapple Cranberry Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 cups.
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 cups cubed fresh pineapple; 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh strawberries; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro; 1/8 teaspoon salt

This refreshing relish from Sue Dannahower of Fort Pierce, Florida features three kinds of fruit and a splash of cilantro. Serve it atop grilled chicken or pork to perk up the taste.

Ingredients

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh strawberries
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

In a small saucepan, combine the cranberries, water and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until the berries pop, about 15 minutes. Cool.
Transfer to a large bowl; stir in the remaining ingredients. Store in the refrigerator.

Editor's Note

Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 54 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 25mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit.

Originally published as Cranberry-Pineapple Relish in Light & Tasty October/November 2006