Grandma's Cranberry Salad

Looking for a delightful fruit side to accompany your meals? Look no further than this Grandma's Cranberry Salad recipe. This colorful and flavorful dish has been a holiday tradition in many families, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Made with cranberries, pineapple, and pecans, this vibrant salad is a refreshing addition to any table.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Grandma's Cranberry Salad, Holiday Dish, Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 5

Chilling Time: 1

Total Time: 1

Servings: cups

Calories: 160kcal

Ingredients

Cherry Jell-O (3 oz box)
1 cup hot water
1 cup sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup drained crushed pineapple
1 cup pineapple juice
2 cups ground cranberries
orange
1 cup pecans, chopped

Instructions

Boil a cup of water and dissolve the cherry Jell-O in a 9x13-inch pan. Add sugar, lemon juice, and pineapple juice, stirring until well dissolved.
Add the drained crushed pineapple, ground cranberries, orange, and chopped pecans. Mix well and chill the salad overnight.
Grandma's tip: Chop pecans before blending. You can use a blender or food processor to chop cranberries and oranges for easy preparation.

Notes

To store Grandma's Cranberry Salad, cover it tightly and keep it refrigerated. It can be stored for a few days, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for your holiday meals.

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