Indulge in the vibrant flavors and festive charm of Cranberry Salad, a culinary delight that brightens up any occasion. This classic salad features the tangy sweetness of cranberries, complemented by the crunch of celery, walnuts, and a hint of orange zest. Dressed in a luscious mayonnaise-based dressing, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors that tantalize the palate. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a vegan variation, we've got you covered. Our collection includes a classic Cranberry Salad recipe, a refreshing Orange Cranberry Salad, and a delightful Vegan Cranberry Salad, each offering a unique twist on this beloved dish. Get ready to relish the vibrant colors and irresistible taste of Cranberry Salad, a true crowd-pleaser that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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CRANBERRY SALAD
Steps:
- Dissolve gelatin in hot water, then add cold water. Cool mixture and set aside.
- Wash and grind cranberries. Pare and chop apples (and oranges, if using) into small chunks.
- Stir together the ground cranberries, chopped apples and oranges (or pineapple) nuts, and sugar.
- Add to slightly thickened gelatin mixture; then pour into a mold and chill until salad is firm and holds its shape. Unmold onto salad greens.
CRANBERRY SALAD
My mom makes this cranberry salad for Thanksgiving every year. We eat it with our Turkey and Mom's Dressing, but we can eat it alone or in place of dessert. It is simply fabulous!
Provided by Debbie Quimby
Categories Fruit Salads
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Wash the cranberries and drain well.
- 2. Peel oranges and cut into chunks; cut apples and chop, leaving peel on; chop pecans and celery.
- 3. Combine all ingredients, except Jell-O, in large serving bowl (do not drain pineapple). Mix well.
- 4. Mix 1 cup boiling water with Jell-O, blend until Jell-O has dissolved, then pour over fruit mixture.
- 5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 day (2 days is better) to allow flavors to mix well.
CLASSIC CRANBERRY SALAD
This crunchy cranberry salad is a riff on the traditional Thanksgiving staple.
Provided by Pam Lolley
Time 4h55m
Yield Serves 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring the cranberries, brown sugar, and orange juice to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high, stirring often. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries pop and mixture thickens, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
- Stir in the Bartlett pears, pineapple, celery, and pecans. Transfer to a serving bowl; cover and chill salad 4 to 24 hours.
CRANBERRY SALAD II
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
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
CRANBERRY SALAD BEST EVER FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER
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
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.
THE BEST CRANBERRY SALAD!
This is just FABULOUS! Mainly for holidays, or special occasions. I got the recipe from my sister-in-law. She has a couple of recipes that she makes every year at holidays, and this is one of them. She gave it to me, and now, I make it for the other side of the family, and for friends. It's Great!
Provided by H. Cato
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 1 bowl, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mince cranberries with a hand-blender, food-processor, or some kind of chopper.
- I use my Braun hand-blender, and the little cup it came with, which is used to chop things really small (rather than pureeing them, which the blender would probably do, if I used it without the cup).
- But you only fill it a 1/4 to a 1/2 full each time, or they won't be minced properly.
- (cranberries may be prepared up to 3 days in advance) In a bowl, mix the first four ingredients, and refrigerate for at least one hour, best if overnight.
- In the morning, or shortly before serving, whip the whipping cream until it peaks.
- Set aside.
- Add the marshmallows to the cranberry mixture, until thoroughly incorporated into the mix.
- Then slowly fold in the whipped cream, until it's completely mixed.
- Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.8, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 32.6, Sodium 18.9, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 29, Protein 1.6
CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD
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
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.
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries have a tart and tangy flavor that is perfect for this salad. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries, but be sure to thaw them before using.
- Don't overcook the cranberries: Cranberries should be cooked just until they pop. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
- Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
- Garnish with fresh mint or orange zest: This will add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream: This will make the salad even more decadent.
Conclusion:
Cranberry salad is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other holiday gathering. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it tart, sweet, or somewhere in between, there is a cranberry salad recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and festive salad, give cranberry salad a try.
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