Cranberry Sauce with Red Wine, Pomegranate Molasses, and Mediterranean Herbs

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Cranberry Sauce with Red Wine, Pomegranate Molasses, and Mediterranean Herbs
45 min.
9
162kcal

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Elevate your holiday table with a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic side dish: Cranberry Sauce with Red Wine, Pomegranate Molasses, and Mediterranean Herbs. This delightful recipe combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the rich depth of dry red wine and the unique sweetness of pomegranate molasses, creating a sauce that is both refreshing and indulgent.

Perfect for those who follow vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and low FODMAP diets, this cranberry sauce is not only delicious but also inclusive for a variety of dietary preferences. The addition of fresh herbs like cilantro and mint adds a Mediterranean flair, making this sauce a standout accompaniment to your holiday feast or any special occasion.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up this stunning sauce ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Whether served alongside roasted meats, drizzled over a cheese platter, or enjoyed as a dip with crackers, this cranberry sauce is sure to impress your guests and become a cherished staple in your culinary repertoire.

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and let the aromatic herbs transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean. This is not just a side dish; it’s a celebration of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce cranberries fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon basil dried (scant)
  • 0.8 cup wine dry red
  • 2.5 tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 2.5 tablespoons mint leaves fresh sliced
  • tablespoons pomegranate molasses 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Stir sugar and wine in heavy deep mediumsaucepan over medium heat until sugardissolves. Boil over medium-high heat untilsyrup is reduced to 3/4 cup, about 8 minutes.
    2. Add cranberries; boil until berries begin to pop,about 5 minutes. Stir in pomegranate molassesand basil. Cool completely. do ahead Can bemade 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
    3. Stir in chopped cilantro and slicedmint. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead.Cover and chill.
    4. * A thick pomegranate syrup; availableat some supermarkets, at Middle Easternmarkets, and from adrianascaravan.com.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories162kcal
    Protein0.65%
    Fat0.93%
    Carbs98.42%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    16.34
    Glycemic Load
    22.11
    Inflammation Score
    -2
    Nutrition Score
    1.7234782446986%

    Flavonoids

    Cyanidin
    17.55mg
    Petunidin
    0.66mg
    Delphinidin
    3.74mg
    Malvidin
    5.41mg
    Pelargonidin
    0.12mg
    Peonidin
    18.95mg
    Catechin
    1.69mg
    Epigallocatechin
    0.28mg
    Epicatechin
    3.78mg
    Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
    0.37mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.43mg
    Hesperetin
    0.14mg
    Apigenin
    0.07mg
    Luteolin
    0.18mg
    Kaempferol
    0.05mg
    Myricetin
    2.56mg
    Quercetin
    5.78mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:162.46kcal
    8.12%
    Fat:0.16g
    0.24%
    Saturated Fat:0.01g
    0.04%
    Carbohydrates:37.79g
    12.6%
    Net Carbohydrates:36.31g
    13.2%
    Sugar:33.52g
    37.24%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:1.56mg
    0.07%
    Alcohol:2.1g
    100%
    Alcohol %:2.78%
    100%
    Protein:0.25g
    0.5%
    Manganese:0.16mg
    7.84%
    Vitamin C:5.76mg
    6.99%
    Fiber:1.49g
    5.94%
    Vitamin E:0.5mg
    3.36%
    Vitamin K:2.71µg
    2.58%
    Vitamin A:89.38IU
    1.79%
    Copper:0.03mg
    1.43%
    Vitamin B6:0.02mg
    1.19%
    Vitamin B5:0.12mg
    1.17%
    Potassium:40.04mg
    1.14%
    Iron:0.2mg
    1.11%
    Vitamin B2:0.02mg
    1.02%
    Source:Epicurious