Best 7 Holiday Cranberry Walnut Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Holiday Cranberry Walnut Salad. This vibrant salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring crisp Granny Smith apples, crunchy walnuts, dried cranberries, and tangy goat cheese, all tossed in a luscious homemade honey Dijon dressing. For a vegetarian delight, try our equally satisfying recipe that substitutes crumbled feta cheese for the goat cheese. And for those with gluten sensitivity, we offer a dedicated gluten-free version that retains all the flavors without compromising taste. Each recipe is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy notes, making it an ideal side dish for your holiday feasts or a refreshing lunch option any time of year.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY-WALNUT SALAD



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A warm salad is a nice change of pace at holiday dinners. Port wine infuses cranberries with flavor, while balsamic vinegar adds a bit of tang to the dressing.-Becky Walch, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup port wine
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup walnut halves, toasted
1/4 cup cubed Gouda cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine cranberries and wine. Bring to a boil; cook for 4-5 minutes or until plumped. Set aside to cool. Drain cranberries, reserving liquid; set aside., Return reserved liquid to saucepan; add the onion, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender. Remove from the heat. Cool slightly; whisk in oil., In a large bowl, combine the spinach, bacon, walnuts, cheese and cranberries. Drizzle with onion mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD



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This light, delicious holiday salad is very popular in my family and has been requested every year since I first brought it to Christmas Eve dinner. The refreshing, not-too-sweet flavor is a perfect pairing with just about any meat. -Jennifer Mastnick, Hartville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (3 ounces each) raspberry gelatin
2 cups boiling water, divided
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. In another bowl, combine cranberry sauce and remaining water; add gelatin mixture and lemon juice. Pour into a 13x9-in. dish coated with cooking spray; refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., In a large bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup whipped cream; fold in remaining whipped cream. Spread over gelatin mixture; sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY SALAD



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This tangy fruit salad is perfect with turkey or ham, and has always been on our holiday table. With real whipped cream, walnuts, and pineapple, it's a treat you'll always want to make for the holidays.

Provided by Chandell

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
2 cups white sugar
½ pint heavy whipping cream
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the cranberries, pineapple (with juice) and sugar. Let stand for about an hour, to let sugar dissolve, and then pour the mixture into a strainer over a bowl. Let drain, covered, in the refrigerator for at least two hours, or overnight. (Note: The drippings make a wonderful cranberry punch, when mixed with lemon-lime soda!)
  • Before serving, whip the cream until soft peaks form. (You can sweeten the whipped cream with a little sugar, if desired.) In a large bowl, mix together the cranberry mixture, walnuts and marshmallows. Fold in the whipped cream and store in refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.7 calories, Carbohydrate 79.2 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 69.3 g

EASY CRANBERRY-WALNUT SALAD



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The walnuts add a delightful twist (and flavor!) to this simple, 4 ingredient traditional holiday favorite. This is from my Great Aunt Linda; she made this for Thanksgiving and we could not get enough of it!!

Provided by Gods_sugarcookie

Categories     Jellies

Time 2h5m

Yield 5 large helpings, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (3 ounce) packages raspberry Jell-O gelatin
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 (15 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 cup walnuts, chopped finely into bite sized pieces

Steps:

  • Make the jello according to quick set method on package.
  • Pour into a 13 by 9 inch pan.
  • Add all other ingredients and mix well; cover and refrigerate until jello has set, or overnight.
  • When ready to serve, stir again so that the solid mass breaks up. Yummy!

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY WALNUT SALAD



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 packages raspberry jello
1 cans pineapple
0.5 cups walnuts
1 cans berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare Jell-O as instructed and let gel but not completely set up.
  • Mix in other ingredients and refrigerate overnight.
  • Top with a dollop of Cool Whip and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CRANBERRY, FETA AND WALNUT SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry, Feta and Walnut Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Greens

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mixed salad greens (I use leaf lettuce, endive and radiccio)
1 cup dried sweetened cranberries
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup walnut pieces, toasted
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Toss greens, cranberries, cheese and walnuts in large bowl.
  • Mix vinegar, honey, mustard and pepper with wire whisk until well blended.
  • Gradually add oil, whisking constantly until well blended.
  • Pour over salad; toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

CRANBERRY WALNUT SLAW



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This delicious, colorful slaw is tart, sweet, and perfect for the holidays!

Provided by TWIGGS1952

Categories     Salad     Coleslaw Recipes     No Mayo

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
½ large sweet onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
½ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup distilled white vinegar
⅓ cup white sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the coleslaw mix, onion, celery, cranberries, and walnuts. Mix the vinegar, sugar, oil, salt, mustard, and pepper in a jar with a lid. Pour over the slaw mixture, and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 226.7 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries: Fresh cranberries have a tart and juicy 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.
  • Chop the walnuts coarsely: Coarsely chopped walnuts will add a nice crunch to the salad. If you chop them too finely, they will disappear into the salad.
  • Use a light dressing: A light dressing will allow the flavors of the cranberries, walnuts, and oranges to shine through. A vinaigrette or a simple olive oil and lemon juice dressing would be a good choice.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The cranberries will start to soften and lose their tartness if the salad sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This holiday cranberry walnut salad is a delicious and festive side dish that is perfect for any holiday gathering. It is easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time. The salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for your holiday table.

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