Best 8 Creamy Cranberry Apple Salad Recipes

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Creamy cranberry apple salad is a delightful dish that combines the tartness of cranberries, sweetness of apples, and richness of cream. It is a perfect way to add a touch of elegance to any occasion, whether it's a holiday gathering or a summer picnic. Its vibrant colors and refreshing taste will surely impress your guests and leave them asking for more.

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

APPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD



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Discover our Apple-Cranberry Salad, a tart, sweet, creamy and crunchy meal. There's no end to the ways this Apple-Cranberry Salad manages to be delicious.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup KRAFT Real Mayo Mayonnaise
1/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. sugar
2 Red Delicious apples, chopped
1 Golden Delicious apple, chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
6 leaf lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Mix mayo, sour cream and sugar in medium bowl. Stir in all remaining ingredients except lettuce.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Serve over lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 55 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

APPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD



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Great salad you can serve on the side of a main dish or add roasted chicken and have as a meal! Chopped Belgian endive and radicchio can be substituted for the baby greens if you prefer a more exotic twist on salad recipes.

Provided by Lisawas

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon stone-ground mustard
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
1 apple, diced
1 pear, diced
¼ cup dried cranberries
1 (10 ounce) package mixed baby greens
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Whisk the mustard and vinegar together in a small bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to create a dressing; set aside.
  • Place the apple, pear, cranberries, baby greens, blue cheese, and walnuts into a large salad bowl. Toss gently to mix, then pour on the dressing, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 160.5 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

CREAMY HOLIDAY APPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD



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This will be a huge hit at you holiday table, the fruit amounts may be adjusted to taste ---I have the yield listed at 8 you may want to increase amounts.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 -6 red apples, cored unpeeled and chopped
1 large celery rib, diced
1 cup chopped toasted walnuts
1 cup dried cranberries (or use Craisins)
1 1/2 cups halved red seedless grapes (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl whisk the mayonnaise with sugar, lemon juice and salt.
  • Stir in the next 3 ingredients.
  • Chill until ready to serve.
  • Just before serving mix in the grapes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.1, Fat 19.5, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 289.1, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 15, Protein 2.8

CREAMY CRANBERRY APPLE SALAD



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For over 30 years, this recipe has been a holiday tradition in my family. With marshmallows, cranberries, apples and grapes, it has a sweet-tart flavor and comforting creaminess that appeals to all ages.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
3 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup sugar
2 medium apples, diced
1/2 cup halved seedless red grapes
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the cranberries; place in a large bowl. Stir in marshmallows and sugar. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. , Just before serving, stir in the apples, grapes, walnuts and salt. Fold in whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD



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One of my piano students taught me the perfect lesson in holiday recipes: this fresh cranberry salad. The keys are tangy fruit, fluffy marshmallows and crunchy nuts. -Alexandra Lypecky, Dearborn, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups fresh or thawed frozen cranberries, chopped
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 medium apple, chopped
2/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix first 6 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream and walnuts into cranberry mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD



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Not your average cranberry salad. Many fruit flavors are included, which give a zing to it.

Provided by KARATWORK

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Cranberry Salad Recipes

Time 12h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package fresh cranberries
1 cup white sugar
1 (6 ounce) package red Jell-O® mix
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
¾ cup orange juice
1 apple with peel, grated
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup whipping cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • Process cranberries in blender or food processor; pour sugar over cranberries and stir to dissolve.
  • Bring 3/4 cup of water to a boil; stir in gelatin and let cool. Stir cooled gelatin into cranberries, and add pineapple, orange juice, apple and pecans. Mix well, cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Whip cream and beat in cream cheese.
  • In a glass serving dish, layer half of the cranberry mixture, then the whipped cream mixture, then the remaining cranberry mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 71.6 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.9 g, Sodium 149.1 mg, Sugar 35.1 g

APPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD WITH CREAMY LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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This delicious salad comes from Cook's Illustrated Magazine. This colorful salad makes a beautiful addition to any holiday table. Raisins make a suitable substitute for the dried cranberries.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 granny smith apples, halved, cored, and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1 medium lemon (zested to yield 1/2 teaspoon zest, juiced to yield 2 tablespoons juice)
3 tablespoons canola oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons heavy cream
salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
1 large celery rib, sliced thin crosswise
3 tablespoons dried cranberries (Craisins)
1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped coarsely
1 head boston lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed, and dried

Steps:

  • Toss apples in 1 tablespoon lemon juice in medium bowl; set aside.
  • In small bowl, add remaining tablespoon lemon juice and zest; whisk in oil, then cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add celery, cranberries, and walnuts to apples. Drizzle dressing over fruit mixture; toss to coat.
  • Place a large leaf or two of lettuce onto each plate.
  • Spoon portion of salad onto each bed of lettuce and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.3, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 19, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 8.2, Protein 2.4

APPLE-CRANBERRY SALAD



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Enjoy this delicious apple salad sprinkled with cranberries and pecans - a wonderful side dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
3 Braeburn apples, cored, thinly sliced into rings
3 Granny Smith apples, cored, thinly sliced into rings
1 cup dried cranberries or cherries
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat sugar, vinegar, salt and pepper to boiling. Boil 1 minute; remove from heat. Cool completely. Stir in oil and gingerroot with wire whisk.
  • In large shallow glass dish, place apple rings in single layer. Pour dressing over apples and turn to coat with dressing. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Use slotted spoon to arrange apple rings on salad plates. Evenly sprinkle with cranberries and pecans. Drizzle with leftover dressing from dish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 99 mg

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples for different flavors and textures. Granny Smith apples are a good choice for their tartness, while Honeycrisp apples are a good choice for their sweetness.
  • If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the salad dressing and apple mixture the day before. Then, add the cranberries and nuts just before serving.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh mint or parsley for a pop of color.

Conclusion:

Creamy Cranberry Apple Salad is a delicious and festive holiday side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover cranberries. The creamy dressing and sweet apples complement each other perfectly, and the cranberries add a tart and tangy flavor. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.

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