Cranberry Salad Best Ever for Thanksgiving Dinner
Description: 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.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ (4.5/5)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup crushed pineapple
- 1 navel orange
- 2/3 cup walnuts
- 2 packages cherry gelatin
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 264.5
- Fat: 19.2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 2.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.2g
- Fiber: 5.1g
- Sugar: 14.4g
- Protein: 5.1g
Cooking Time: 3 hours
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Using a food processor, grind cranberries, orange (including peel), and walnuts until coarse. |
| 2 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground cranberries, walnuts, orange, and pineapple. |
| 3 | Place the mixture in the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours. |
| 4 | Two hours before the mixture is fully chilled, prepare the cherry Jell-O according to package directions. |
| 5 | Fold the prepared Jell-O into the cranberry mixture. |
| 6 | Chill the salad until dinner is ready or preferably overnight for best results. |
Keywords: Gelatin, Dessert, Berries, Fruit, Potluck, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours, Easy
This Cranberry Salad is a delightful addition to any Thanksgiving feast, offering a burst of fruity flavors that perfectly complement the traditional holiday dishes. The combination of fresh cranberries, juicy pineapple, zesty orange, and crunchy walnuts creates a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave your guests craving for more. Plus, with its vibrant colors and refreshing flavor, it doubles as a dessert option, adding a sweet conclusion to your meal. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to prepare, requiring just a few simple steps and minimal cooking time. Simply follow the instructions, chill, and enjoy the praises from your dinner guests as they savor this delightful Cranberry Salad! 🍽️🦃
