Best 11 Black Cherry Fruit Salad Recipes

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Black cherry fruit salad is a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of fresh black cherries, juicy berries, and crisp greens creates a vibrant and refreshing salad that is both nutritious and delicious. Whether you are looking for a light and healthy snack or a side dish for your next barbecue, black cherry fruit salad is sure to impress your family and friends. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors, this salad is a true celebration of summer's bounty.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SOUR CHERRY BULGUR SALAD



Sour Cherry Bulgur Salad image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Olive oil, for drizzling
1 cup bulgur wheat
1 cup chopped sour cherries
2/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
2/3 cup finely chopped toasted walnuts
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves grated garlic
1/2 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

  • Add 2 cups water to a medium saucepot. Season with salt and drizzle in some olive oil, then stir in the bulgur. Bring a boil over high heat, then cover, lower to a simmer and cook until the grains are tender, about 1 hour. Allow bulgur to come to room temperature.
  • Combine the bulgur wheat with the cherries, parsley, walnuts, red onion and dill in a large bowl, reserving about 1 tablespoon of each herb for garnish. Gently mix to combine. Add the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice and grated garlic and season to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with feta, reserved herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.

CHERRY WILD RICE SALAD



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While touring Door County, I sampled this salad. As soon as I got home, I wrote the lady who'd made it requesting the recipe. The mix of rice, vegetables and orchard-fresh fruit is a tasty way to remember Wisconsin's premier cherry-growing area. -Yvonne Gorges, New London, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups fresh snow peas, halved
2 cups cooked wild rice
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped green onions
DRESSING:
6 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 to 2 garlic cloves, peeled
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
3/4 cup cashew halves, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. For dressing, in a blender, combine the sugar, oil, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and ginger; cover and process until blended. , Pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Just before serving, stir in the cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BING CHERRY SALAD



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For a sweet, fruity salad at your next get-together, this recipe will surely delight. The cherries makes this irresistible.-Cindy Mahn, Huntley, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (16 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries, juice reserved
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup drained crushed pineapple
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Drain cherries, reserving 1/4 cup juice. In a bowl, whip juice with cream cheese. Stir in cherries, pineapple, whipped topping and marshmallows. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 15g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BLACK CHERRY CONGEALED SALAD



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 packages black cherry gelatin
8 ounces cream cheese
0.5 pints whipped topping
1 cans cherries
16 ounces pineapples
1 cups pecans

Steps:

  • Mix gelatin and let chill until slightly thickened.
  • Beat cream cheese, whipped topping, fruit, and nuts. Combine with gelatin.
  • Chill for about an hour. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

DARK CHERRY SALAD



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Make and share this Dark Cherry Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Time P1DT5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 1/2 ounces dark sweet cherries
8 ounces crushed pineapple
3 ounces cherry Jell-O
3 ounces strawberry Jell-O gelatin dessert
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup nuts, chopped
2 cups cola, carbonated drink
1/2 cup celery, minced

Steps:

  • Drain juice from cherries and pineapple into pan.
  • Heat juices.and add gelatin.
  • Stir till thoroughly dissolved.
  • Cool.
  • Blend cream cheese, and beat into the cooled gelatin.
  • Add fruit and chopped nuts.
  • Stir in cola flavored carbonated drink.
  • Chill overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.8, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 41.6, Sodium 365.3, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 33.3, Protein 13.8

BING CHERRY SALAD



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This is a light dessert for the summer time as well as a hit for holiday meals. My Mother-in-law gave me this recipe and I believe it was handed down from her mother-in-law as well. My DH and children love this dessert! The cook time is to set.

Provided by MelodyOHare

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6 ounce) package black cherry Jell-O
1 (8 ounce) package Philadelphia Cream Cheese
1 quart bing cherry, pitted
1 cup nuts (your choice. I use walnuts)
2 cups hot cherry juice
1 1/2 cups cold water

Steps:

  • Dissolve Jello in hot cherry juice.
  • Add cold water.
  • Allow to set until thickend.
  • Cream the cheese until soft.
  • Add nuts to cream cheese.
  • Form into small balls and keep in freezer until Jello is ready.
  • Fold in Cheese balls and pitted cherries.
  • Chill in refrigerator until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.3, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 298.5, Carbohydrate 35.9, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 28.4, Protein 7.5

CHERRY FRUIT SALAD



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pint raspberries
1 pint blueberries
1/2 pound Bing cherries
2 medium oranges, peeled, pith removed
2 tablespoons eau de vie

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the blueberries and raspberries. Working over parchment paper, pit the cherries, discard the pits, and add the fruit to the berry mixture. Section the oranges and add them to the bowl.
  • Pour the juices that have collected on the paper into the bowl, add the eau de vie, and gently toss. Divide among four bowls and serve.

BLACK CHERRY FRUIT SALAD



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My husband cannot let this cool summer/winter salad alone! It is so refreshing & great for a gathering of loved ones. Enjoy the creamy dressing, too! I have made this for 20+ years.

Provided by Janie Yeasted @Bane

Categories     Fruit Salads

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-20 oz. can(s) pineapple chunks, drained
1-15 oz. can(s) mandarine oranges, drained
1-15 oz. can(s) pitted sweet dark cherries, drained
1/2 cup(s) halved & seeded grapes
1 1/2 cup(s) minature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Combine all fruit & chill.
  • On top of the stove in a double broiler, place the following over boiled water until thick(about 2 minutes): 1 egg yolk, slightly beaten 2 TBL. sugar 2 TBL. heavy cream from a 1/2 pint container 2 TBL. lemon juice 1/8 tsp. salt Cool & chill Take the remainder of heavy cream & whip until stiff. Fold in the cooked, cooled dressin with the whipped cream. Cover & chill.

MOM'S SECRET CHERRY JELL-O® SALAD



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My mom always makes this for Thanksgiving and all of my siblings have carried on the tradition. The secret is in the topping.

Provided by Scott09

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (6 ounce) package cherry-flavored gelatin (such as JELL-O®)
2 cups hot water
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, juice drained and reserved
3 bananas, sliced
1 ½ cups cold water
1 cup miniature marshmallows, or as needed
¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin completely in 2 cups hot water and pour into desired mold. Mix crushed pineapple, bananas, and 1 1/2 cup cold water into gelatin mixture; top with miniature marshmallows. Chill until firm.
  • Whisk reserved pineapple juice, sugar, flour, and egg in a saucepan over low heat and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture almost comes to a simmer and becomes thick, about 5 minutes. Mix cream cheese into sauce, transfer to a large bowl, and cool to room temperature. Stir whipped topping into cream cheese mixture. Spread over gelatin. Chill thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.2 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 205.8 mg, Sugar 56.5 g

BLACK CHERRY SHERRY SALAD RECIPE



Black Cherry Sherry Salad Recipe image

Provided by karen1

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages cherry gelatin
1 1/3 c. boiling water
1 3/4 c. juice from black bing cherries
1/2 c. dry sherry wine
1 1/2 c. seedless grapes
1 can bing cherries
1 c. pecan meats

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add juice and sherry wine to gelatin mixture. Put in cool place and allow to slightly thicken. Lightly brush 8 or 10 molds according to size with salad oil and partly fill with grapes, cherries and pecans. Finish filling molds with the liquid and set in refrigerator.

BING CHERRY CONGEALED SALAD



Bing Cherry Congealed Salad image

A creamy Bing cherry gelatin salad.

Provided by Niki Bice-Bey

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16.5 ounce) can pitted Bing cherries, drained, juice reserved
1 (15 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 (6 ounce) package cherry Jell-O®
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
6 fluid ounces cola-flavored carbonated beverage
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a sauce pan, combine reserved cherry juice and pineapple juice to equal 1 cup. Bring to boil, add gelatin and whisk together. Remove from heat and add cream cheese and blend together until smooth.
  • Add cola and beat until mixture becomes fluffy. Fold in cherries, pineapple, and nuts. Pour into molded container, chill 6 to 8 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 115.6 mg, Sugar 31.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, sweet black cherries: This will ensure the best flavor in your fruit salad.
  • Pit the cherries before adding them to the salad: This will make it easier to eat and prevent choking.
  • Use a variety of fruits in your salad: This will add color, texture, and flavor. Some good options include blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, grapes, and melons.
  • Add a little bit of citrus juice to the salad: This will help to brighten the flavors of the fruit.
  • Use a light dressing on the salad: A simple vinaigrette or yogurt dressing is a good choice.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will make it even more refreshing on a hot day.

Conclusion:

Black cherry fruit salad is a delicious and refreshing treat that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its vibrant colors and sweet flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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