Best 6 Cranberry Pineapple Cream Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our collection of delectable cranberry pineapple cream salad recipes. Featuring a symphony of flavors and textures, these salads are perfect for any occasion. From the classic combination of sweet cranberries and tangy pineapple to unique variations with nuts, marshmallows, and whipped cream, our recipes cater to every palate. Dive into the vibrant world of cranberry pineapple cream salads and discover a refreshing and flavorful side dish that will elevate your meals to new heights.

**Recipes:**

1. **Classic Cranberry Pineapple Cream Salad:** Experience the timeless taste of this classic salad, featuring a harmonious blend of fresh cranberries, juicy pineapple, and creamy mayonnaise dressing.

2. **Creamy Cranberry Pineapple Salad with Marshmallows:** Elevate your salad game with the addition of fluffy marshmallows, adding a touch of sweetness and a delightful textural contrast.

3. **Pineapple Cranberry Fluff Salad:** Delight in a light and airy salad made with canned pineapple, cream cheese, and whipped cream. The vibrant color and refreshing taste will make it a hit at potlucks and parties.

4. **Creamy Cranberry Pineapple Salad with Nuts:** Introduce a delightful crunch to your salad with a medley of chopped walnuts, almonds, or pecans. The nutty flavor adds depth and complexity to the overall dish.
5. **Holiday Cranberry Pineapple Cream Salad:** Transform your holiday table with this festive salad, adorned with fresh rosemary and a drizzle of honey. The vibrant red cranberries and green rosemary create a visually stunning presentation.

6. **Cranberry Pineapple Cream Cheese Salad:** Experience the richness of cream cheese in this creamy and indulgent salad. The tangy cranberries and sweet pineapple balance the richness of the cream cheese, resulting in a harmonious flavor profile.

7. **Cranberry Pineapple Salad with Coconut:** Embark on a tropical adventure with this unique salad, featuring a blend of cranberries, pineapple, and shredded coconut. The coconut adds a subtle sweetness and a delightful tropical aroma to the dish.

Let's cook with our recipes!

PINEAPPLE CRANBERRY SALAD



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This is the best cranberry gelatin salad I've ever tasted. It has been served with our Thanksgiving dinner for many years.

Provided by Patti R.

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

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (3 ounce) packages raspberry flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (16 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
½ teaspoon orange zest
⅓ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
¾ cup sliced celery

Steps:

  • Drain and reserve syrup from pineapple, add water to equal 1 cup.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the pineapple juice to a boil, add gelatin and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat, add cranberry sauce, orange peel, orange juice and lemon juice. Blend together and cool until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in pineapple and celery, turn into mold or 8 inch square pan. Chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.5 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, Sodium 87.3 mg, Sugar 38.3 g

FROZEN PINEAPPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD



Frozen Pineapple-Cranberry Salad image

Everyone in our family enjoys this cranberry salad at holiday gatherings. It is so cool and refreshing-perfect with a big holiday meal! -Julie Currington, Gahanna, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, drained
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 cups whipped topping

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, sugar and mayonnaise until smooth. Fold in remaining ingredients; spoon into a foil-lined 8x4-in loaf pan. Cover and freeze 8 hours or overnight. Remove from freezer 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 23g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 194mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY PINEAPPLE SALAD



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Impress dinner guests with this delightfully different take on traditional cranberry sauce. The nuts add a tasty crunch. -Dorothy Angley, Carver, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-3/4 cups boiling water
2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
1 can (14 ounces) jellied cranberry sauce
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
3/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Lettuce leaves, optional
Miracle Whip, optional

Steps:

  • Add boiling water to gelatin; stir until dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in cranberry sauce. Add pineapple, orange juice and lemon juice. Refrigerate until thickened, about 30 minutes. Stir in nuts. Pour into an 11x7-in. dish. Refrigerate until set. Cut into 12 squares; if desired, serve each with a lettuce leaf and a dollop of Miracle Whip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

RICH & CREAMY CRANBERRY-PINEAPPLE SALAD



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We were just blown away by the creativity of this delectable dish. It can most definitely pass for either a salad or dessert... and you can't help but feel a little extra swanky noshing out of a martini glass.

Provided by V Seward

Categories     Fruit Sides

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

20 oz canned crushed pineapple, drained thoroughly
2 c fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed, processed finely
1 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar
2 stalks celery, diced small
4 oz marshmellow creme
8 oz tub whipped topping
8 oz cream cheese, softened, room temp
1/4 c 2% milk
1/2 c powdered sugar (confection sugar)
2/3 c walnut pieces, or chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Drain pineapple thoroughly, strain, ring out any excess juices, set aside.
  • 2. In a food processor, add cranberries and chop fine, add to drained pineapple. (If cranberries are frozen, place under warm water for 2 minutes to thaw) add 1 1/2 T sugar while processing
  • 3. With a hand mixer, mix softened cream cheese until smooth, add 1/4 c. milk and 1/2 cup powdered sugar, mix until smooth.
  • 4. Add 4 oz marshmellow creme to cream cheese, stir until combined.
  • 5. In a bowl mix pineapple, cranberries, chopped celery.Add Cream cheese mixture, fold in 8 oz whipped topping and fold into mixture. Add chopped walnut pieces and fold until combined.
  • 6. Chill cranberry-pineapple salad in refrigerator for 20-25 minutes to an hour to chill.
  • 7. To Serve: a) add to Texas sized muffin pan, sprayed with cooking spray, level off and set in freezer for 10 min to chill. Turn out muffin pan onto a cookie sheet, with a spatula place one at a time on bib or green lettuce leafs; or b) Line a martini glass with leaf lettuce, add salad to 1 cup measuring cup and turn onto lettuce in glass, top with extra cranberries if desired.

CRANBERRY SALAD I



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This is my absolute favorite holiday recipe. Even people that don't like cranberries can't get enough of this! It's even great frozen.

Provided by Micki Stout

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 12h15m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (12 ounce) packages fresh cranberries
1 cup white sugar
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup chopped pecans
1 pint heavy whipping cream
7 ounces miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the cranberries in a food processor; put in a large, non-metal bowl and mix in the sugar. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours.
  • Whip the cream until stiff. Add the pineapple and nuts to the cranberries, mix well. Fold in whipped cream and marshmallows; refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 72.5 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 39.6 mg, Sugar 47.3 g

MY GRANDMA FRANCES' CRANBERRY PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This salad is beautiful in color (lovely served in a clear glass or crystal bowl) and refreshing in taste. Different from other cranberry-pineapple salads, this one is not made with gelatin, making it lighter and fluffier. Begin making the salad 2 days before you need to serve it.

Provided by Northwest Lynnie

Categories     Fruit

Time P3DT15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb fresh cranberries
1 cup sugar
1 (1 lb) can crushed pineapple in syrup
1 (6 ounce) bag miniature marshmallows
1/2 pint whipping cream

Steps:

  • 2 days before serving the salad:.
  • Grind cranberries in a food processor and mix them in a large bowl with sugar.
  • Store, covered, in frig.
  • 1 day before serving the salad:.
  • Add crushed pineapple (with liquid) and marshmallows to cranberry mixture.
  • Refrigerate, covered.
  • Day of serving the salad:.
  • Whip the cream and fold into fruit mixture.
  • Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.7, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 40.8, Sodium 30, Carbohydrate 57.7, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 46.7, Protein 1.4

Tips:

  • Utilize Fresh Ingredients: For optimal flavor and quality, use fresh cranberries and pineapple chunks instead of canned or frozen options.
  • Chill Before Serving: After preparation, refrigerate the salad for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld and enhance its refreshing taste.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar or honey based on your personal preference for sweetness. You can also use a sugar substitute for a healthier option.
  • Garnish for Visual Appeal: Before serving, consider garnishing the salad with additional fresh cranberries, pineapple chunks, or mint leaves for a visually appealing presentation.
  • Serve as a Side or Dessert: Cranberry-Pineapple Cream Salad can be served as a refreshing side dish to complement grilled meats, seafood, or poultry. It can also be enjoyed as a light and tangy dessert.

Conclusion:

Cranberry-Pineapple Cream Salad offers a delightful combination of tart, sweet, and creamy flavors, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in various settings. Its vibrant color and refreshing taste make it perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a simple yet elegant dessert. By following these tips, you can create a delicious and visually appealing salad that will impress your friends and family. Remember to experiment with different ingredient variations, such as adding nuts or citrus fruits, to create a unique and personalized salad that suits your taste preferences.

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