Linnea's Cranberry Salad
Brighten your holiday table with Linnea’s Cranberry Salad, a sweet and tangy treat brimming with festive flavors and textures. This no-cook, crowd-pleasing side dish combines coarsely chopped fresh cranberries, juicy crushed pineapple, fluffy mini marshmallows, and crisp diced apple, all folded into a luscious whipped cream base. A hint of orange zest adds citrusy vibrance, while optional chopped walnuts lend a satisfying crunch. Perfectly balanced between tart and sweet, this make-ahead cranberry salad is ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any gathering in need of a refreshing, colorful addition. Ready in just 30 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a simple yet elegant way to celebrate the season’s flavors.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 medium granny smith apple, diced
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Using a food processor, pulse the cranberries a few times until they are coarsely chopped. Be careful not to over-process; you want distinct pieces rather than a puree.
Step 3
Transfer the chopped cranberries to a large mixing bowl and sprinkle the sugar over them. Stir to coat the cranberries evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the mixture to sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour to macerate.
Step 4
After the maceration period, drain any excess liquid from the cranberry-sugar mixture.
Step 5
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whip the heavy cream using a hand or stand mixer until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
Step 6
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture until just combined.
Step 7
Add the drained crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, diced apple, chopped walnuts (if using), and orange zest. Stir well to distribute all ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 9
Serve the salad chilled as a refreshing side dish for your holiday meal or any festive occasion.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1278.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2515.8 |
| Total Fat 121.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 52.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 240mg | 0% |
| Sodium 129.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 353.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 293.3g | |
| Protein 13.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 109.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 940.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories