This nostalgic Cranberry Pineapple Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors that brings a festive touch to any table. The base of rich cranberry sauce and tangy pineapple creates a glossy, refreshing gelatin matrix, while chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch. Brightened with fresh orange and lemon juice, this dish offers a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and zesty. It serves beautifully as a light side dish for holiday dinners, summer picnics, or potlucks. The presentation on crisp lettuce leaves with a creamy mayonnaise topping enhances its visual appeal, making it a memorable addition to your meal repertoire.
Cranberry Pineapple Salad
Description
This nostalgic Cranberry Pineapple Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors that brings a festive touch to any table. The base of rich cranberry sauce and tangy pineapple creates a glossy, refreshing gelatin matrix, while chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch. Brightened with fresh orange and lemon juice, this dish offers a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and zesty. It serves beautifully as a light side dish for holiday dinners, summer picnics, or potlucks. The presentation on crisp lettuce leaves with a creamy mayonnaise topping enhances its visual appeal, making it a memorable addition to your meal repertoire.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the gelatin and boiling water, stirring until fully dissolved.
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Add the cranberry sauce to the gelatin mixture and stir vigorously until it is completely broken up and smooth.
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Stir in the crushed pineapple (undrained), orange juice, and lemon juice until well combined.
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Refrigerate the mixture for about 45 minutes, or until it is partially set and thickened but not solid.
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Fold the chopped walnuts into the partially set gelatin mixture.
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Pour the mixture into an 11x7x2 inch baking dish.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the salad is completely firm.
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Run a knife around the edges to loosen, then invert or cut into squares.
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Serve each square on a crisp lettuce leaf, topped with a dollop of jellied mayonnaise or salad dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 70.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 29.8mg2%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 20.8g42%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
