Cranberry Pineapple Gelatin Salad
Brighten up your table with this Cranberry Pineapple Gelatin Salad, a vibrant and refreshing side dish or dessert that’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any gathering! This easy-to-make recipe combines the tangy sweetness of whole berry cranberry sauce and crushed pineapple with the nostalgic flavor of strawberry gelatin, creating a beautifully set dish that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Featuring optional crunchy walnuts for added texture and a hint of orange zest for a citrusy garnish, this gelatin salad takes just 10 minutes to prep before chilling to perfection. Whether served from a mold or in a bowl, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser with its sweet, tangy, and slightly tart flavor profile. Perfectly chilled, it pairs wonderfully with both savory and sweet dishes on your menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz cranberry sauce (whole berry)
- 8 oz crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 6 oz strawberry-flavored gelatin mix
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 tsp orange zest (optional garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the strawberry-flavored gelatin mix in the boiling water by stirring continuously for 2 minutes.
Stir in the cold water to cool the mixture slightly.
Add the cranberry sauce and stir until well combined. Break up the larger pieces of cranberry sauce with a spoon to evenly distribute.
Stir in the crushed pineapple along with its juice until thoroughly mixed. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts for added texture.
Pour the mixture into a serving dish or gelatin mold and smooth the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours or until the gelatin is fully set.
If using orange zest as a garnish, sprinkle it on top just before serving for a refreshing finish.
Serve chilled and enjoy this sweet, tangy salad as a side dish or dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
202 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 104 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
