Cranberry Salad(Good)
A vibrant, sweet-tart cranberry salad featuring fresh cranberries, fruit, and nuts, perfect for holiday gatherings or as a refreshing side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cover fresh cranberries with water and cook until they stop popping.
- Run the cooked cranberries through a sieve or blend them if desired.
- Add strawberry or cherry Jell-O to the cranberries.
- Stir in sugar while the mixture is hot and mix well.
- Let the mixture cool.
- Add crushed pineapple and its juice to the mixture.
- Add seeded and cut-up grapes and chopped nuts.
- Chill the salad before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
To enhance the flavor of your cranberry salad, consider using fresh or frozen cranberries. If you're looking for a lighter version, you can substitute granulated sugar with honey or a sugar alternative. For added texture, try including chopped apples or mandarin oranges. Make sure to let the mixture cool completely before adding the cottage cheese to prevent it from curdling.
Serving Suggestions
This cranberry salad is a delightful addition to holiday meals or potlucks and pairs beautifully with American recipes featuring turkey or ham. Serve it chilled as a refreshing side dish or dessert. For added crunch, consider sprinkling extra chopped nuts on top before serving.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover cranberry salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. The flavors will meld and intensify over time. If the salad becomes too thick after chilling, you can stir in a little pineapple juice to loosen it up before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Cranberry Salad(Good) contains roughly 832 calories, with 7g protein, 191g carbohydrates, and 11g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (34% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (31% of the Daily Value), and a good source of protein and potassium. It also contributes 9g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen cranberries instead of fresh?
Yes, you can use frozen cranberries for this recipe. Just make sure to thaw them completely before cooking. Frozen cranberries can sometimes be softer, so be mindful of the texture when blending them.
Is it possible to make this salad ahead of time?
Absolutely! This salad can be prepared a day in advance. Just mix all the ingredients and refrigerate. It allows the flavors to blend beautifully, making it even tastier when served the next day.
What can I substitute for cottage cheese?
If you're not a fan of cottage cheese, consider using Greek yogurt for a creamier texture or ricotta cheese for a sweeter flavor. Both alternatives provide a similar consistency and will complement the other ingredients well.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).