MOM'S CRANBERRY JELL-O® SALAD

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Mom made this for every holiday dinner. It goes great with turkey, of course, but also with roast beef or pork.

Provided by DonnaFloyd

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Cranberry Salad Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups hot water
1 (14 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 (6 ounce) package strawberry-flavored gelatin mix (such as Jell-O®)
1 cup white sugar
2 cups cranberries
1 ½ cups chopped celery
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 orange - zested, peeled, and chopped
1 apple, chopped

Steps:

  • Blend water, pineapple, gelatin, and sugar together in a blender for 15 seconds. Add cranberries and blend an additional 15 seconds.
  • Stir celery, walnuts, chopped orange, apple, and orange zest together in a large bowl. Pour blended pineapple mixture into celery mixture and stir until completely combined. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl, cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until set, 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 57.5 mg, Sugar 29.5 g

Mustafa Hassan
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I've tried several cranberry Jell-O salad recipes, and this one is by far the best. It's the perfect combination of sweet, tart, and tangy.


Ak “AkFardus” Fardus
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salad turned out too sweet. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Jd Wells
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of cranberries, pineapple, and nuts.


Angela Knoblock
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for any holiday meal.


Mitu Mia
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes to try, and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to make it for my next potluck.


M Aliyan
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and it's been a hit both times.


Erald ff
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


kerry
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I'm not a big fan of cranberry salad, but this recipe was actually really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Olumati Goodnews Chimnumeso
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I made this salad for my Christmas party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Edeh Nkechi
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This is the best cranberry Jell-O salad recipe I've ever tried. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the cranberries give it a beautiful pop of color.


James Eban
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I've been making this recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


makwena Mokgehle
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My family loves this salad! It's always a hit at potlucks and holiday gatherings.