Best 6 Grandmas Holiday Fruit Salad Recipes

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During the holiday season, many families gather together to celebrate and share delicious meals. One classic dish that often graces the holiday table is Grandma's Holiday Fruit Salad. This vibrant and refreshing dish is a delightful combination of fresh fruits, nuts, and sometimes even a touch of liqueur. Whether you're hosting a festive brunch, a cozy dinner party, or simply looking for a healthy and flavorful treat, Grandma's Holiday Fruit Salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S FRUIT SALAD



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"I can't believe how easy this pretty salad is to make," says Carolyn Tomatz of Jackson, Wisconsin. The colorful blend of bananas, pineapple, pears and peaches and grapes is tossed with a creamy pudding sauce. "People of all ages enjoy this dish," Carolyn notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings, 1/2 cup per serving.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sugar sliced pears, drained
1 can (15 ounces) sliced peaches in juice, drained
1-1/2 cups seedless red grapes
1 package (3 ounces) cook-and-serve vanilla pudding mix
2 medium firm bananas
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice in a 1-cup measuring cup. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, pears, peaches and grapes. Cover and refrigerate. , Add enough water to pineapple juice to measure 1 cup. Pour into a small saucepan. Whisk in pudding mix. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; set aside to cool to room temperature., Slice bananas into a small bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice; gently toss to coast. Let stand for 5 minutes; drain. Add bananas and cherries to chilled fruit. Add cooled pudding; toss gently to combine. Refrigerate until serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRANDMA'S 5 CUP CREAMY FRUIT SALAD RECIPE



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges (drain well)
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple (drain well)
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, coconut, and sour cream.
  • Stir until completely mixed together.
  • You can eat it immediately after mixing, but we recommend that you refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours before serving so that the sour cream can be sweetened by the fruit.
  • Try these other variations: add in chopped walnuts or pecans for an added crunch; to make it sweeter, stir in a little powdered sugar - it will also offset the tartness from the sour cream; add in a small jar of maraschino cherries; add in a can of drained fruit cocktail; add in dried cranberries and a dash of cinnamon; stir in 2 Tablespoons of instant lemon pudding powder for a lemon-taste; use pina colada flavored yogurt in place of the sour cream; top with corn flakes for an added crunch; add diced apples (if you don't like coconut, apples are a great alternative because of the crunch); add grapes (red or green) that have been halved; add diced bananas; add some marshmallow creme in with the sour cream to sweeten it up.

GRANDMA'S FRUIT SALAD



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I am a mother of 4 and a foster mother, and we all love this fruit salad. It is easy and fast! I hope that your family enjoys it as much as we do.

Provided by Ms. Mom

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (21 ounce) can peach pie filling
1 (16 ounce) bag frozen strawberries, whole,do not thaw before mixing
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks or 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits
1 (20 ounce) can mandarin oranges
3 -4 sliced bananas

Steps:

  • Drain pineapples and oranges.
  • Mix all ingredients except bananas.
  • Refrigerate overnight or several hours.
  • Add bananas just before serving.

GRANDMA'S HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD



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I think this recipe came from MightyCool.com, but I'm not sure. My Mom who's 92 just loves it. I've changed the recipe a bit to suit our taste.

Provided by Grandma Joan

Categories     Christmas

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup red apple, cored and diced
1 cup green apple, cored and diced
1 cup pineapple chunk (if canned then drain)
1/2 cup celery, diced
1/2 cup carrot, grated
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup dried apricot, chopped in to smaller pieces
1 cup yogurt (non fat, low fat or regular) or 1 cup mayonnaise (non fat, low fat or regular)
1/2 cup dry white wine (I use the pineapple juice from the canned pineapple)
1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped (1 tsp dried)
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Place the fruits, vegetables and dried fruit in a.
  • salad bowl.
  • Mix together the mayonnaise, wine, and mint leaves.
  • Pour over the vegetables and toss lightly.
  • Add the pecans and cheese, lightly toss.
  • Serve a scoop of this salad on a plate with a lettuce leaf.
  • underneath as a garnish.

GRANDMA'S FIVE CUP SALAD



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My Grandmother made this every year for Christmas when I was a kid.

Provided by Trece

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup flaked coconut
6 ounces sour cream

Steps:

  • Combine the oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, coconut, and sour cream. Stir till mixed well. Refrigerate till cold. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Cholesterol 9.4 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 49.9 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

GRANDMA'S GELATIN FRUIT SALAD



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Whenever I invite my big family for dinner, my grandchildren request this favorite fruit salad. My sons have always liked it, too - maybe the taste runs in our family! This salad is also good for potluck gatherings.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups boiling water, divided
1 package (3 ounces) lemon gelatin
2 cups ice cubes, divided
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, liquid drained and reserved
1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup reserved pineapple juice
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon butter
3 large bananas, sliced
1 cup whipped topping
1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup water and lemon gelatin. Add 1 cup ice cubes, stirring until melted. Stir in pineapple. Pour into a 13x9-in. dish coated with cooking spray; refrigerate until set but not firm., Repeat with the orange gelatin, remaining water and ice. Stir in marshmallows. Pour over lemon layer; refrigerate until firm. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., Arrange bananas over gelatin. Stir whipped topping into dressing. Spread over bananas. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the fruit salad more flavorful, use a variety of fruits with different textures and flavors. Some good options include berries, grapes, melon, citrus fruits, and tropical fruits.
  • To prevent the fruit from browning, toss it with a little bit of lemon juice or orange juice.
  • If you are using canned fruit, be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • Add some nuts or seeds to the salad for a crunchy texture. Some good options include almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and chia seeds.
  • For a sweet and creamy dressing, whisk together some yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Holiday Fruit Salad is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its variety of fresh fruits, crunchy nuts, and sweet and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and healthy side dish, give this recipe a try.

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