Cranberry Pineapple Jello Salad
Add a burst of festive flavor to your holiday table with this Cranberry Pineapple Jello Salad! Combining the tangy sweetness of whole berry cranberry sauce, juicy crushed pineapple, and the vibrant taste of strawberry-flavored gelatin, this retro-inspired dish is a perfect balance of tart and sweet. Quick to prepare and eye-catching when served in a decorative mold, this chilled dessert or side dish is as easy as it is delightful. Optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, making each bite even more exciting. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and perfect after a few hours in the fridge, this crowd-pleasing jello salad is an irresistible treat for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cheerful gathering. Serve it cold for a refreshing way to elevate your seasonal spread!
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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
- 0.5 cups chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry-flavored gelatin mix with 2 cups of boiling water. Stir thoroughly until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine.
Stir in the whole berry cranberry sauce until well incorporated.
Add the crushed pineapple along with its juice and mix well.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts for some extra crunch and texture.
Pour the mixture into a serving dish or a lightly greased gelatin mold for a decorative look.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm and set.
Once the jello salad is fully set, remove it from the fridge. If using a mold, loosen the edges gently with a knife and invert the mold onto a serving plate.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side or dessert at your holiday table!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1271 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 133 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.3 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 213.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 576 mg | 12% | |
*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.
