Best 3 Best Cranberry Salad Recipes

Indulge in the burst of flavors with our delectable Cranberry Salad recipes. From the classic Cranberry Waldorf Salad, a harmonious blend of cranberries, apples, walnuts, and creamy dressing, to the refreshing Cranberry Orange Salad with a tangy citrus twist. Discover the vibrant Cranberry Pistachio Salad, where the crunch of pistachios complements the tartness of cranberries. Elevate your holiday table with the elegant Cranberry Pecan Salad, featuring a medley of cranberries, pecans, and a honey-mustard dressing. Dive into the sweet and savory Cranberry Feta Salad, where cranberries meet crumbled feta cheese and a hint of mint. Each recipe offers a unique taste experience, making it the perfect addition to your festive gatherings or everyday meals.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY SALAD BEST EVER FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER

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This Cranberry Salad is no doubt the best flavor enhancer to a Thanksgiving dinner. Its so good you will find yourself eating it as a dessert. Its easy to prepare and cooking time is mostly chilling time.

Provided by Melissa Wells

Categories Sauces

Time 3h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 navel orange (peel still intact)
2 cups walnuts
2 (3 ounce) packages cherry gelatin

Steps:

Using a food processor, grind cranberries, orange and peel of orange, and walnuts till coarse.
In large mixing bowl mix together cranberries, walnuts, orange and pineapple.
Place in refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
Two hours before mix is chilled make cherry Jell-O according to package directions.
Fold Jell-O into the cranberry mixture.
Chill till dinner is ready or best chilled overnight.

BEST EVER CRANBERRY SALAD

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This recipes was orginally my DH's Grandmothers and has been tweaked by my MIL. I didn't care for cranberry salad ever till I tried this. I have been making this for years now. Its more of a Jello than a salad. Great to get kids to eat something different. It's definitely something I look forward to eating every Thanksgiving and Christmas. Great on biscuits and rolls. I make this in a large glass decorative bowl because it doesn't look good if you try to transfer it to another dish for the meals. ** Note this is best if made the night before to give time for proper set. I have a lower sugar version posted also. Suggested serving size is about 3 tablespoons.

Provided by barefootmommawv

Categories Gelatin

Time 12h15m

Yield 1 large bowl, 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) bag cranberries, sorted, rinsed and drained
2 small oranges, peeled
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 (3 ounce) box jello raspberry gelatin powder
1 (3 ounce) box jello cherry gelatin (black cherry works well too)
1 1/2 cups boiling water
12 ice cubes

Steps:

In the blender puree cranberries and oranges. Add sugar to cranberry mixture and blend.
In a large bowl dissolve jell-o into boiling water. When dissolved add ice to begin the setting process. Remove what few ice cubes that are remaining.
Add cranberry mixture to jell-o. Mix well.
Cover with saran wrap and set in fridge to set.

BEST CRANBERRY SALAD

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This recipe is what I've looked forward to on the holidays since I was a little girl. It is my Meamaw's recipe, and it is great for Christmas and Thanksgiving.

Provided by Carri Hyche

Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad

Time 45m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups cranberries
2 large oranges, peeled and seeded
1 carrot, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans
¾ cup white sugar
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
2 (3 ounce) packages raspberry flavored Jell-O® mix
1 cup boiling water
1 cup cold water

Steps:

In a food processor, combine the cranberries, oranges, carrot and pecans. Process until finely ground; add sugar and pineapple, mix well.
In a mixing bowl, combine the gelatin and boiling water. Stir until gelatin is dissolved and add cold water.
Mix together the fruit mixture and gelatin; pour into dish or mold and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.7 calories, Carbohydrate 60.2 g, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 96.3 mg, Sugar 54 g

Tips:

Choose fresh cranberries: Look for bright red, plump cranberries without blemishes or bruises.
Wash the cranberries thoroughly: Rinse them under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
Use a variety of citrus fruits: Oranges, lemons, and limes all add different flavors to the salad. For a sweeter salad, use more oranges. For a tarter salad, use more lemons or limes.
Add some nuts for a crunchy texture: Walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices.
Don't overmix the salad: Mix it just until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing will make the salad mushy.
Chill the salad before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to firm up.

Conclusion:

Cranberry salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. With its bright red color and tart flavor, it is sure to be a hit with your guests. And because it is so easy to make, you can have it on the table in no time. So next time you are looking for a festive and flavorful salad, give this cranberry salad a try. You won't be disappointed!