Best 3 Cranberry Luncheon Salad Recipes

Searching for a refreshing and delectable luncheon salad that's bursting with vibrant flavors? Look no further than the Cranberry Luncheon Salad. This delightful dish offers a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and crunchy textures, sure to tantalize your taste buds. Featuring succulent cranberries, crisp celery, crunchy walnuts, and a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly flavorful. Accompanying this main recipe are three additional variations that introduce exciting twists to the classic Cranberry Luncheon Salad. The Waldorf Salad brings a touch of elegance with the addition of crisp apples and grapes, while the Cranberry Orange Salad adds a delightful citrusy zing with the incorporation of fresh oranges. Lastly, the Cranberry Pineapple Salad introduces a tropical flair with the inclusion of sweet pineapple chunks, making it a perfect choice for summer gatherings. With step-by-step instructions and a detailed ingredient list for each recipe, this article guarantees a delightful culinary experience for salad enthusiasts of all levels.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY SALAD II

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A fabulous blend of cranberries, nuts, and fruit! Cranberry or Cherry jello may be used instead of raspberry.

Provided by Jackie

Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Cranberry Salad Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups cranberries
1 large orange
1 cup white sugar
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 (3 ounce) package raspberry flavored Jell-O® mix
2 cups hot water

Steps:

Combine the gelatin with hot water (don't let stand). Grind cranberries and orange (including rind) mix with sugar. Stir in nuts, celery and pineapple. Mix with prepared gelatin and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 60.7 mg, Sugar 48.7 g

CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD

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One of my piano students taught me the perfect lesson in holiday recipes: this fresh cranberry salad. The keys are tangy fruit, fluffy marshmallows and crunchy nuts. -Alexandra Lypecky, Dearborn, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups fresh or thawed frozen cranberries, chopped
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 medium apple, chopped
2/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix first 6 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream and walnuts into cranberry mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SO-SIMPLE CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD

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Create a classic side for your holiday feast with just a few simple ingredients.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 6h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 cups boiling water
2 boxes (4-serving size each) Jell-O™ lemon-flavored gelatin
2 tubs (10 oz each) frozen cranberry-orange sauce, thawed
1 cup fresh raspberries

Steps:

Lightly brush 6 1/2-cup ring mold or 1 1/2-quart decorative bowl with vegetable oil.
In large bowl, pour boiling water on gelatin; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Stir in cranberry-orange sauce. Fold in raspberries. Pour into mold or bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
To unmold salad from ring mold, dip mold into hot water for 10 seconds. Place serving plate upside down onto mold; turn plate and mold over, then remove mold. Refrigerate salad until serving. If using decorative bowl, do not unmold; scoop salad from bowl to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Cholesterol 0 mg, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
To make sure the cranberries are evenly coated in sugar, toss them gently in a bowl.
Let the cranberry mixture sit for at least 30 minutes before using to allow the flavors to meld.
For a sweeter salad, add more sugar to the cranberry mixture.
For a tarter salad, add less sugar to the cranberry mixture.
Use a variety of greens for the salad, such as romaine lettuce, spinach, and arugula.
Add other fruits and vegetables to the salad, such as apples, pears, walnuts, and pecans.
Use a light vinaigrette dressing to avoid overpowering the flavors of the salad.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Cranberry luncheon salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your salad sweet or tart, with or without nuts and fruits, this salad is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy salad, give this cranberry luncheon salad a try. You won't be disappointed!