Cranberry Salad Best Ever For Thanksgiving Dinner Recipe

This cranberry salad is the ultimate Thanksgiving flavor enhancer! So delicious, you'll be sneaking spoonfuls even after dinner. It's incredibly easy to make – most of the time is chilling time – and the vibrant flavors will impress your guests. Get ready for the best cranberry salad you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 195 mins
Calories 264.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 3.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Salad Best Ever For Thanksgiving Dinner

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How to Make Cranberry Salad Best Ever For Thanksgiving Dinner

  1. Using a food processor, pulse 12 ounces fresh cranberries, the zest and juice of 1 orange, and 1/2 cup walnuts until coarsely chopped. Do not over-process.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberry mixture, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup crushed pineapple (drained), and 1/4 cup orange juice.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Two hours before serving, prepare a 3-ounce package of cherry gelatin according to package directions.
  5. Once the gelatin begins to thicken (but is still pourable), gently fold it into the chilled cranberry mixture.
  6. Refrigerate until serving. For best results, chill overnight.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

9g

Carbs

7g