Gingered Pomegranate Lime Cranberry Sauce is a deliciously sweet, tart twist on a classic… and makes a gorgeous addition to any holiday meal!
Cranberry Sauce. It’s the one thing on the Thanksgiving menu that most people could take or leave. In my family, it’s the one thing most people prefer straight from the can… instead of homemade!
But if you ask me, cranberry sauce is an ESSENTIAL part of Thanksgiving (and Christmas) dinner. It’s sweet and tart and balances out all the savory flavors. And if you do it right, it’s SO much better when you make it homemade!
Especially when you put a fun twist on it… like this Pomegranate Lime Cranberry Sauce. It’s bright, fresh, and vibrant… with flavors that are guaranteed to excite your taste buds and keep you coming back for more!
what you’ll need for this recipe
Cranberries – This recipe starts with one 12 ounce bag of fresh cranberries, which can be found in most grocery stores throughout fall. If you’re unable to find fresh cranberries, feel free to substitute frozen.
Pomegranate Cranberry Juice – For the liquid, I added 1/2 cup of pomegranate cranberry juice. This is a popular flavor pairing and available at many grocery stores. If you’re unable to find it, feel free to substitute straight cranberry juice, cranberry apple juice, apple juice, or any other variety of cranberry juice.
Sugar – I added 1/2 cup of granulated sugar to sweeten the sauce. Brown sugar would work, as well.
Pomegranate seeds – I also added 1/2 cup of pomegranate seeds (arils) for fun flavor and texture. You can buy pomegranate seeds in a plastic cup or in a whole pomegranate in the produce section at your grocery store.
Lime – For extra tartness I added the zest and juice of 1 lime. While you can substitute bottled lime juice, it’s really the juice along with the zest that brings the full lime flavor.
Ginger – Finally, for depth of flavor I added 1/2 teaspoon of dried ground ginger.
how to make gingered pomegranate lime cranberry sauce
Combine the cranberry juice and sugar. In a medium saucepan, combine the pomegranate cranberry juice and sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves.
Add the remaining ingredients and cook. Bring the liquid mixture to a boil, then add the cranberries, pomegranate seeds, zest and juice of lime, and ginger. Reduce heat to simmer and continue cooking 8 minutes or until cranberries burst.
Cool and chill. Remove from heat and cool slightly; then chill, covered, in refrigerator. Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
Recipe Variations
- Use any type of juice, such as apple, cranberry, or cranberry apple
- Omit the pomegranate seeds
- Use lemon instead of lime juice and zest
- Substitute brown sugar for granulated sugar
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg or allspice
- Adjust the sugar amount according to taste
more ways to use fresh cranberries
- Cranberry Apple Sangria
- Sweet Potato Cranberry Pecan Stuffing
- Cranberry Apple Pecan Stuffing
- Cranberry Pecan Coffee Cake
- Cranberry Relish
- Cranberry Mule
- Chicken Cranberry Brie Tartlets
Gingered Pomegranate Lime Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients
- 12 ounce bag fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup pomegranate cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine pomegranate cranberry juice and sugar.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves. Bring mixture to a boil.
- Add cranberries, pomegranate seeds, zest and juice of lime, and ginger; reduce heat to simmer and continue cooking 8 minutes or until cranberries burst.
- Cool slightly; then chill, covered, in refrigerator.
- *Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
Notes
Recipe Variations
- Use any type of juice, such as apple, cranberry, or cranberry apple
- Omit the pomegranate seeds
- Use lemon instead of lime juice and zest
- Substitute brown sugar for granulated sugar
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg or allspice
- Adjust the sugar amount according to taste
What a lovely tribute to your grandpa, Cathy. It sounds like he was a very special man. I’m so sorry for your loss and I hope that you find peace and healing through time with your family this holiday season…❤️
(Oh, and it goes without saying that your cranberry sauce looks amazing!)
Cathy, I pray for you and your family. Your Grandpa sounds like an amazing man and I am soooo sorry for your loss. This cranberry sauce sounds perfect for the holidays – pinned and sharing on FB. Stumbled it too! Let me know if I can do anything for you – I can order a pizza or two and have it delivered so you don’t have to worry about dinner one night! Hugs!
After seeing this on IG, I had to come over to check it out. It sounds incredibly vibrant and delicious. I’m so sorry to hear about your grandpa, he sounds like an amazing man. Enjoy your feast celebrated in his memory 🙂
I am so sorry for your loss Cathy, I can’t even imagine how different the holidays will be for your family . Your cranberry sauce looks amazing, and sure to become a new holiday tradition. 🙂
Your Grandfather sounds like an amazing man. You were so fortunate to have had him so long. I’m sure his spirit will twinkle through all of you. Thanks so much for your recipes. I’m so glad to have found your blog through IG.
Oh Cathy, I’m so sorry for your loss! How wonderful that you have so many precious memories of your grandfather. I love his words of advice!
What a great tribute to your grandpa. I’m so sorry for your loss. No matter the age, it’s very hard to say goodbye. I’m glad that you and your family will be together for thanksgiving. That’s the best thing for times like this. Family is awesome and make things easier. This sauce looks amazingly delicious and I bet the family will love it on thanksgiving! Pinned. 🙂
Thinking of you Cathy, your Grandpa sounds like a wonderful man. Hold on tight to those memories, I don’t think he will ever be forgotten.
And this recipe looks delicious, love the addition of the lime.
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