Cranberry Salad
A sweet and tart holiday salad made with fresh or canned cranberries.Combines fruit, nuts, and creamy ingredients for bold flavor.Served as a side dish or dessert at festive gatherings.A colorful, refreshing addition to any celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or thawed cranberries
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped apples
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- ½ to 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
- ½ cup sugar (optional, based on tartness)
Instructions
- Chop cranberries finely using a food processor.
- Transfer them to a bowl and mix with sugar; let stand for 10 minutes.
- Add pineapple, apples, marshmallows, and nuts.
- Fold in whipped topping until well combined.
- Cover and chill for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve cold as a side or dessert.
Notes
- Use fresh cranberries for the brightest flavour.
- Drain pineapple completely to avoid watery salad.
- Reduce sugar if using sweetened whipped topping.
- Add orange zest for a citrusy twist.
- Chill overnight for a more cohesive flavour.