Sugarless Cranberry Sauce

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A vibrant, tangy cranberry sauce sweetened naturally with fresh oranges, perfect for holiday tables or any festive occasion. Its bright citrus flavor complements poultry and pork dishes, offering a healthy, vitamin C-rich addition that appeals to both traditional and health-conscious eaters.

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz. fresh cranberries
  • 6 oz. can frozen orange juice concentrate
  • 3/4 to 1 cup water
  • 2 sweet peeled oranges
  • grated orange rind (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine rinsed cranberries, orange juice, and water.
  2. Stir over medium heat until the cranberries pop open.
  3. Add chopped peeled oranges and grated orange rind if desired.
  4. Cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. Serve warm or chilled.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

114 kcal 6% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.7g 1% DV
Total Fat 0.4g
Carbs 29.3g 11% DV
Fiber 1.8g 7% DV
Sugar 21.7g 43% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 21.5mg 1% DV
Potassium 110.8mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 111.5mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 8.9mg 10% DV
Calcium 14.8mg 1% DV
Iron 0.5mg 3% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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