Cranberry Sauce

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Super easy cranberry sauce made with orange juice.

Cranberry sauce is an absolute must-have at your holiday table. This classic side dish pairs with all the Thanksgiving and Christmas flavors, and makes for a delicious leftover snack the next day.

You just need 3 simple ingredients (plus water) and about 15 minutes.

Ingredients

• Water
• Sugar: Organic sugar is always vegan. Use regular granulated sugar. You can substitute with coconut sugar.
• Orange juice: Grab your favorite! I like mine with a little pulp.
• Cranberries: Either fresh or frozen will work.

Make Ahead

Cranberry sauce is a great dish to make the day before your holiday dinner to free up stovetop space. Serve it cold or warm it up before serving.

Serve alongside other favorites like vegan stuffing and green bean casserole.

Recipe

Cranberry Sauce

This easy cranberry sauce is made with orange juice for an extra flair.

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Author: Karissa Besaw

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 15 mins

Servings: 8

Calories: 99kcal

Ingredients

• ¾ cup sugar
• ½ cup water
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 4 cups cranberries - fresh or frozen

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Instructions

• In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar and water. Add in the cranberries.
• Bring to a simmer on medium-low heat for about 10-12 minutes, or until most of the cranberries have burst.

Notes

• You can substitute the orange juice for more water.
• For additional flavor you may add: orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla extract.

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 46IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

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