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Cranberry Salad

This cranberry salad is a fabulous blend of fresh cranberries, walnuts, orange, crushed pineapple, and gelatin.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 7 people
Calories 521 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Food Processor For grinding cranberries and orange.
  • 2 Mixing Bowls One large for the fruit mixture, one for dissolving gelatin.
  • 1 Whisk Essential for thoroughly dissolving gelatin.
  • 1 Serving Mold or Dish For chilling and presentation.
  • 1 Measuring Cups For accurate ingredient measurement.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 cups cranberries
  • 1 large orange cut into small pieces
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 3 ounce package cranberry (or raspberry) flavored Jell-O mix
  • 2 cups hot water

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients. Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
  • Place cranberries, orange (including rind), and sugar in a food processor. Process together until the cranberries and orange are roughly ground and well combined with sugar. Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
  • Transfer to a bowl. Stir in celery, walnuts, and pineapple until thoroughly mixed. Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
  • Place gelatin in a bowl and pour hot water over top (don't let stand). Whisk together to dissolve. Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
  • Pour gelatin over the cranberry mixture. Stir to combine. Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
  • Pour into the mold of your choice and chill until you are ready to serve. Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
  • Enjoy! Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck

Notes

Ensure the orange is thoroughly washed before processing, as the rind is included for zest and bitterness, adding depth. For a more sophisticated profile, consider adding a tablespoon of orange liqueur (like Grand Marnier) to the gelatin mixture (for adult palates) or a pinch of ground ginger for warmth. Draining the pineapple thoroughly is crucial to prevent excess liquid from compromising the gelatin set. Taste the cranberry mixture before adding gelatin and adjust sugar if cranberries are particularly tart. For presentation, consider individual molds or garnishing with fresh mint or candied orange peel.