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thanksgiving cranberry salad recipe

Perfect Thanksgiving Cranberry Salad Recipe in 30 Minutes


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and tangy cranberry salad perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cranberries and drain them well.
  2. Place cranberries in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
  3. Combine chopped cranberries with sugar in a bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Add crushed pineapple, marshmallows, and pecans to the cranberry mixture. Stir gently.
  5. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold the whipped cream into the cranberry mixture.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use light whipped topping instead of heavy cream.
  • Add orange zest for extra flavor.
  • This salad can be made a day ahead.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: thanksgiving cranberry salad, holiday side dish, easy cranberry recipe