Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our delectable Yum-Yum Cranberry Salad, a delightful symphony of tart cranberries, crunchy celery, sweet pineapple, and crisp walnuts, all enveloped in a luscious homemade dressing. This classic holiday dish is sure to be the star of your festive table, impressing your guests with its irresistible blend of textures and flavors.
Our curated collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences. Choose from the traditional recipe, featuring a classic mayonnaise-based dressing, or explore our lighter version, which uses a tangy Greek yogurt dressing for a healthier alternative. For those with dietary restrictions, we have included a vegan recipe that replaces mayonnaise with a creamy avocado-based dressing, ensuring everyone can enjoy this holiday favorite.
Whether you prefer the classic, light, or vegan version, our Yum-Yum Cranberry Salad is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Feel free to add your favorite ingredients, such as chopped apples, raisins, or even a touch of orange zest, to create a unique and personalized salad that reflects your taste.
So, gather your loved ones, crank up the holiday tunes, and embark on a culinary journey with our Yum-Yum Cranberry Salad. Let the vibrant flavors and festive spirit fill your home as you create cherished memories around the table.
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.
FLUFFY CRANBERRY SALAD
A creamy cranberry salad. Even people who normally don't like cranberries will eat this salad. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.
Provided by Nancy
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Cranberry Salad Recipes
Time 12h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- If using frozen cranberries let thaw before using. In a food processor or blender grind the cranberries. Add the sugar, crushed pineapple and marshmallows. Let mixture stand overnight.
- Just before serving stir in the sliced banana and whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.4 calories, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 4.6 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 27.3 mg, Sugar 64.7 g
CREAMY FRUIT MEDLEY
Last but not least, Yvonne tosses together an effortless sweet treat to cap off the meal. "I received the recipe for Creamy Fruit Medley from a friend of my mother's years ago," she recalls. "I always have the ingredients on hand in case I need a quick dessert. "Any flavor of gelatin works well, and sometimes I spoon it into individual parfait glasses instead of serving it in one big bowl," Yvonne suggests. "Everyone enjoys it."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set aside 1 cup whipped topping. Place the remaining topping in a large bowl; sprinkle with gelatin and stir until combined. Fold in the pineapple, oranges, marshmallows and pecans if desired. Garnish with reserved topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 13g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CRANBERRY SALAD
This cranberry salad recipe is reminiscent of a Waldorf salad or a taffy apple salad. Sweet and creamy, this cranberry salad is supposedly a favorite among kids but all of the adults love it too!
Provided by Dolores Cruz
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Cranberry Salad Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine chopped cranberries and sugar in a large, nonreactive bowl. Toss well. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours.
- After 3 hours, stir apples, marshmallows, and pecans into cranberries. Combine yogurt and whipped topping; fold into cranberry salad. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 17.1 mg, Sugar 20.4 g
CRANBERRY JELL-O® SALAD
I originally found this recipe in an OLD, OLD e-mail, so thought I'd post it here now.
Provided by Valry1980
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Cranberry Salad Recipes
Time 8h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cranberries, mandarin oranges, and pecans into a food processor and pulse several times to chop; process mixture until finely ground, about 30 seconds. Transfer mixture into a large bowl.
- Mix pineapple, gelatin, sugar, boiling water, and cold water together in a separate bowl until gelatin and sugar have dissolved. Pour gelatin mixture into cranberry mixture and stir. Pour into a gelatin mold and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 51.3 mg, Sugar 33.8 g
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
- Be sure to rinse the cranberries well before using.
- Don't overcook the cranberries. They should still have a slight crunch to them.
- If you're using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
- You can add other ingredients to the salad, such as chopped nuts, raisins, or marshmallows.
- Serve the salad chilled.
Conclusion:
Cranberry salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a side dish that will impress your guests, give cranberry salad a try.
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