A festive cranberry holiday salad made with strawberry gelatin, crushed pineapple, lemon, celery, and crunchy pecans. A sweet-tart classic for holiday dinners!
Vintage Cranberry Holiday Salad
Cranberry Holiday SaladAnother great Thanksgiving side dish!
Servings: 18
Calories: 87kcal
Equipment
- 1 serving bowl or gelatin mold
Ingredients
- 1 pkg strawberry gelatin
- 1 c hot water
- 1 can crushed pineapple
- 1 lemon
- 1 c whole cranberry sauce
- 1/2 c celery diced
- 1/2 c nuts pecans or walnuts
- 1 dash salt
Instructions
- Dissolve gelatin in hot water. Drain pineapple reserving juice. Grate lemon to get 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel. Squeeze lemon for 2 tablespoons juice.Add pineapple juice, grated lemon peel, lemon juice and salt to gelatin. Chill until partially set. Add pineapple, celery, cranberry sauce and nuts. Mix well and pour into serving bowl or gelatin mold.Chill until firm. If using gelatin mold, dip in warm water and invert on serving plate.
Nutrition
Calories: 87kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Serve it With: Stuffed Pork Chops
These Stuffed Pork Chops are a hearty and comforting main dish that pairs perfectly with tis cranerry holiday salad. Filled with a savory bread stuffing and baked in a cramy sauce they are a favorite for special occasions and sunday dinners.He:
Helpful Tips for Holiday Cranberry Salad:
Cranberry Holiday Salad: A Festive Treat
Make it ahead! This cranberry salad keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to 2 days — perfect for getting a head start on holiday prep.
