Cranberry Jello Salad

Sweet, tangy, and bursting with festive flavors, this Cranberry Jello Salad is a delightful addition to your holiday table or any special gathering. Combining cranberry-flavored gelatin with whole berry cranberry sauce, juicy crushed pineapple, and a touch of orange zest, this no-bake recipe offers a perfect balance of tart and sweet. Chopped pecans add a satisfying crunch, while optional whipped topping brings a luscious creaminess to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this vibrant and refreshing dish is a classic crowd-pleaser that’s ideal as a side dish or a light dessert. Make it ahead for easy entertaining and let the bright, jewel-toned presentation steal the show.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 ounces cranberry-flavored gelatin mix
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• 14 ounces cranberry sauce (whole berry)
• 8 ounces crushed pineapple (canned, drained)
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 cup whipped topping (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add 1 cup of cold water to the dissolved gelatin mixture and stir to combine.

Step 3

Stir in the whole berry cranberry sauce until well incorporated.

Step 4

Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple, chopped pecans, and orange zest. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch dish or an attractive serving bowl, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the gelatin is firm and set.

Step 7

Before serving, optionally dollop or pipe whipped topping on top for extra sweetness and presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1859.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2052.6

Total Fat 113.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 78.9mg	0%
Sodium 211.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.9g	0%
Total Sugars 233.6g
Protein 15.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.8mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 880.0mg	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: 47.1%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 49.9%