Pink Perfection Cranberry Salad

Elevate your holiday menu with Pink Perfection Cranberry Salad, a creamy, fruity masterpiece that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the sweetness of crushed pineapple and mini marshmallows. Lightly sweetened whipped cream, infused with a hint of vanilla, adds an airy, velvety layer to this crowd-pleasing dish, while optional chopped walnuts bring a delightful crunch. This no-cook, make-ahead recipe is perfect as a festive side dish or a unique dessert, bursting with vibrant color and flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep time, it’s a show-stopping addition to your table that’s sure to impress guests at any gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup walnuts (chopped, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and pat them dry.

Step 2

Using a food processor, pulse the cranberries until they are finely chopped. Be careful not to puree them.

Step 3

Transfer the chopped cranberries to a mixing bowl and stir in the granulated sugar. Cover the bowl and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight. This will help soften the cranberries and release their juices.

Step 4

After the cranberries have rested, drain off any excess liquid and return the sweetened cranberries to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add the drained crushed pineapple and mini marshmallows to the cranberries. If using walnuts, stir them in at this stage as well.

Step 6

In a separate chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.

Step 7

Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream, then continue beating until stiff peaks form.

Step 8

Gently fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture until fully combined, ensuring the mixture is light and airy.

Step 9

Transfer the Pink Perfection Cranberry Salad to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, fruity salad as a colorful side dish or dessert at your next gathering.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1219.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2516.3

Total Fat 120.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 240mg	0%
Sodium 129.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 350.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 294.4g
Protein 12.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102.8mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 819.3mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 55.2%