Best 7 Cherry Holiday Salad Recipes

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Among all the lip-smacking salads, cherry holiday salad stands out with its vibrant colors, delightful flavors, and a medley of wholesome ingredients. Bursting with the goodness of fresh cherries, this festive dish is sure to impress your guests at any gathering. As the holiday season approaches, let's embark on a culinary journey to uncover the best recipe for this delectable treat. From selecting the ripest cherries to crafting the perfect dressing, we'll guide you through every step, ensuring your cherry holiday salad becomes the talk of the town.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHRISTMAS CHERRY SALAD



Christmas Cherry Salad image

This salad is always included in our family potlucks or any special occasion. It is just too good to pass up!

Provided by kennilyn

Categories     Gelatin

Time 2h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (6 ounce) package cherry gelatin
3 cups boiling water
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 (6 ounce) package cream cheese
12 large marshmallows
1 (2 ounce) package Dream Whip topping mix

Steps:

  • Dissolve gelatin in boiling water.
  • Add pie filling.
  • Pour into 9x12 dish.
  • Chill until firm.
  • Melt cream cheese and marshmallows on stove over low heat stirring continually until melted.
  • Cool--then add prepared whipped topping. Blend well.
  • Spread over gelatin.
  • Chill and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.2, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 174, Carbohydrate 62.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 13.1, Protein 13.3

CHERRY WILD RICE SALAD



Cherry Wild Rice Salad image

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.

MOM'S SECRET CHERRY JELL-O® SALAD



Mom's Secret Cherry JELL-O® Salad image

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

CRANBERRY HOLIDAY SALAD



Cranberry Holiday Salad image

Make and share this Cranberry Holiday Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by angelfan

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (3 ounce) packages orange Jell-O
1 (1/4 ounce) package knox gelatin
3 cups boiling water
3 oranges, juice and zest of
1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups sugar
1 cup chopped nuts
1 lb chopped cranberries

Steps:

  • Boil water, disolve jello in boiling water, in large bowl.
  • Dissolve Knox gelatin according to package directions. Add to Jello along with orange juice and grade rind,crushed pineapple and sugar.
  • Let cool.
  • Add chopped nuts and chopped cranberries.
  • Chill till set and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.7, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 146.6, Carbohydrate 63.1, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 50.6, Protein 4.3

CHERRY FRUIT SALAD



Cherry Fruit Salad image

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.

HOLIDAY CRANBERRY SALAD



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This tangy fruit salad is perfect with turkey or ham, and has always been on our holiday table. With real whipped cream, walnuts, and pineapple, it's a treat you'll always want to make for the holidays.

Provided by Chandell

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
2 cups white sugar
½ pint heavy whipping cream
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the cranberries, pineapple (with juice) and sugar. Let stand for about an hour, to let sugar dissolve, and then pour the mixture into a strainer over a bowl. Let drain, covered, in the refrigerator for at least two hours, or overnight. (Note: The drippings make a wonderful cranberry punch, when mixed with lemon-lime soda!)
  • Before serving, whip the cream until soft peaks form. (You can sweeten the whipped cream with a little sugar, if desired.) In a large bowl, mix together the cranberry mixture, walnuts and marshmallows. Fold in the whipped cream and store in refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.7 calories, Carbohydrate 79.2 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 28.8 mg, Sugar 69.3 g

GARDEN SALAD WITH HERBS AND SOUR-CHERRY DRESSING



Garden Salad with Herbs and Sour-Cherry Dressing image

Handfuls of fresh herbs and leafy greens plus fronds of fennel provide a depth of flavor in this summery salad. Tart cherries are quickly marinated in a simple sherry vinaigrette then mixed with the salad.

Provided by Anna Kovel

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Time 30m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons sherry vinegar or aged red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 ounces fresh sour cherries, rinsed, drained, pitted, and halved or quartered (1 cup)
1 fennel bulb, halved length-wise, cored, and thinly sliced, plus 1/2 cup fronds
2 cups mixed fresh tender-herb leaves, such as shiso, basil, tarragon, anise hyssop, and mint
5 cups mixed greens, such as watercress, amaranth, tatsoi, and arugula
2 spring onions, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
6 radishes, thinly sliced (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Stir together vinegar, lemon juice, a large pinch of salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Whisk in oil. Stir in cherries; let stand at least 5 minutes and up to 30 minutes.
  • Finely chop fennel fronds; mix with herbs. Toss greens with herb mixture. Gently mix in onions, radishes, and sliced fennel; add dressing and cherries, tossing to combine. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries: Fresh cherries are the star of this salad, so make sure to use the best quality fruit you can find. Look for cherries that are plump and have a deep red color.
  • Pit the cherries before adding them to the salad: You can use a cherry pitter to make this task easier.
  • Use a variety of greens: This salad is a great way to use up leftover greens. You can use a mix of baby spinach, arugula, and romaine lettuce.
  • Add some crunch: To add some crunch to the salad, you can add chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans. You can also add some crumbled bacon.
  • Make a simple dressing: A simple vinaigrette dressing is all you need to dress this salad. You can use a store-bought vinaigrette or make your own with olive oil, vinegar, and a little bit of honey or sugar.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The greens will start to wilt if you let it sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Cherry Holiday Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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