Cranberry Gelatin Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant and nostalgic Cranberry Gelatin Salad, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Made with cranberry-flavored gelatin, whole berry cranberry sauce, crushed pineapple, and a hint of orange zest, this no-bake recipe is easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Chopped pecans add a delightful crunch, while the refreshing mix of fruity and citrusy notes makes it a crowd-pleasing side dish for holiday feasts, potlucks, or anytime you crave a retro classic. Mold it into a decorative shape or serve it straight from the dish, garnished with extra pecans or cranberries for a festive touch. Perfectly chilled and effortlessly elegant, this cranberry gelatin salad is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 oz cranberry-flavored gelatin mix
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• 14 oz cranberry sauce (whole berry)
• 8 oz crushed pineapple (with juice)
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon orange zest

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the cranberry-flavored gelatin mix in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well until fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Stir in 1 cup of cold water to cool the mixture slightly.

Step 3

Add the whole berry cranberry sauce to the gelatin mixture and whisk until the cranberry sauce is evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Drain the crushed pineapple, reserving the juice, and stir the pineapple into the mixture. (You can save the juice for another use or discard it.)

Step 5

Stir in the chopped pecans and the orange zest. Mix everything thoroughly to combine.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass dish or a decorative gelatin mold.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.

Step 8

Once set, slice or unmold the gelatin salad and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped pecans or fresh cranberries for a festive touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1566.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1266.3

Total Fat 41.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 132.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 232.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 213.8g
Protein 10.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 100.9mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 569.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.8%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 69.1%