Luby's Style Cafeteria Cranberry Fruit Salad
Bring a taste of nostalgia to your table with Luby’s Style Cafeteria Cranberry Fruit Salad, a delightful blend of creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors that's perfect for your holiday spread or any special occasion. This no-cook recipe combines whole-berry cranberry sauce, crushed pineapple, and softened cream cheese, creating a velvety base that’s punctuated with miniature marshmallows and crunchy pecans for texture. Folded together with fluffy whipped topping, this refreshing salad comes together in just 15 minutes and chills to perfection in the fridge. Serve it cold as a vibrant side dish or even a light dessert, and watch it become a crowd-pleasing favorite at your next gathering. Tags: cranberry fruit salad, holiday side dish, easy no-cook dessert, retro recipes, Luby’s favorites.
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Ingredients
- 14 oz Cranberry sauce (whole berry)
- 8 oz Crushed pineapple (in juice, drained)
- 1 cup Miniature marshmallows
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans
- 1 cup Whipped topping (thawed)
- 4 oz Cream cheese (softened)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cranberry sauce and cream cheese. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and well blended.
Step 2
Fold in the crushed pineapple, making sure it is evenly distributed.
Step 3
Add the miniature marshmallows and chopped pecans, stirring gently to combine.
Step 4
Fold in the whipped topping carefully until the mixture is fluffy and well incorporated.
Step 5
Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and set.
Step 6
Serve cold, garnished with additional chopped pecans or a dollop of whipped topping if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1087.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2160.0 |
| Total Fat 109.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 51.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 125.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 469.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 300.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 251.6g | |
| Protein 13.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 197.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 739.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories