Festive Cranberry Delight: Holiday Salad Recipe

Cranberry Salad 🥗

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8-10 servings

Description:

This delightful Cranberry Salad recipe, passed down through generations, is a cherished addition to holiday gatherings. Bursting with flavors of fresh cranberries, apples, oranges, and pecans, it’s a festive dish that adds a vibrant touch to any table spread. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for potlucks, Christmas dinners, or Thanksgiving feasts. Plus, with its no-cook method and simple ingredients, it’s a stress-free addition to your menu. 🎄🦃

Ingredients:

1/2 cup fresh cranberries
1 carrot
3 apples
2 oranges
1/2 cup pecans
2 cups water
3 cups sugar
1 package (3 ounces) raspberry or cranberry flavored gelatin (jello)

Instructions:

Preparation:
- Wash and chop the fresh cranberries, apples, oranges, and carrot into small pieces.
- Chop the pecans into small chunks.
Mix Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped cranberries, carrot, apples, oranges, and pecans.
Add Sugar:
- Sprinkle the sugar over the mixed fruits and nuts. Gently toss to coat evenly.
Prepare Gelatin:
- In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Stir in the package of gelatin until completely dissolved.
Combine:
- Pour the dissolved gelatin over the fruit and nut mixture. Stir well to ensure the gelatin is evenly distributed.
Chill:
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or mold.
- Cover and refrigerate the cranberry salad for at least overnight, or until set. 🕒❄️
Serve:
- Once chilled and set, serve the cranberry salad cold as a refreshing side dish or dessert alongside your holiday meal.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

Calories: 166.3
Fat: 2.7g
Saturated Fat: 0.2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 8.3mg
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 2.6g
Sugar: 33.2g
Protein: 0.7g

Recipe Notes:

Ensure to use only 3 cups of water when dissolving the gelatin to achieve the desired consistency for the salad.
You can customize this recipe by adding other fruits or nuts according to your preference.
This salad tastes even better when made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together.