Best 7 Grandmas Orange Salad Recipes

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Nothing says comfort food like a classic "Grandma's Orange Salad". This nostalgic dish, often passed down through generations, holds a special place in many hearts. With its vibrant blend of citrusy oranges, creamy cottage cheese, and the crunch of chopped nuts, this salad is a true delight for the senses. Whether you're looking to recreate childhood memories or simply seeking a refreshing and flavorful side dish, grandma's orange salad is sure to hit the spot.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANDMOTHER'S ORANGE SALAD



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This orange salad dessert is slightly sweet and tangy, too. It adds beautiful color to any meal and appeals to all ages! -Ann Eastman, Santa Monica, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple
Water
1 package (6 ounces) orange gelatin
1 pint orange sherbet, softened
2 bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • Drain oranges and pineapple, reserving juices. Set oranges and pineapple aside. Add water to juices to measure 2 cups. Place in a saucepan and bring to a boil; pour over gelatin in a large bowl. Stir until gelatin is dissolved. Stir in sherbet until smooth. , Chill until partially set (watch carefully). Fold in oranges, pineapple and bananas. Pour into an oiled 6-cup mold. Chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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 ORANGE SALAD



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My Grandmother made this every family gathering. It is one of my all time favorite recipes. It's quick, super easy and delicious. Also perfect if you are diabetic as everything can be made with sugar free and fat free ingredients. Enjoy!

Provided by Kay-Dee Shelton @TheKayDee83

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package(s) orange jello mix - big box
1 large cool whip-light
1 can(s) pineapple chunks
2 can(s) mandarin oranges
1 large tub cottage cheese

Steps:

  • First drain juice off of the pineapple chunks and Mandarin oranges in a strainer to make sure all excess juice is drained.
  • Then in a large mixing bowl gently combine all ingredients by hand with wooden spoon (if you use a mixer the fruit will break and you don't want this).
  • Depending on how you want to serve this is what you do next. If you want to portion this out put it in your desired dishes. If this is for a gathering or pot luck kinda setting, leave in bowl but cover. Either way put it in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
  • This is perfect for making the night before something. And the ideal light dessert that makes you think your eating something you shouldn't.
  • This definitely has a shelf life though. It really only lasts a few days before it starts to get runny. So eat up!

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

CRANBERRY ORANGE NUT SALAD (GRANDMA'S)



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When my grandma was still cooking Thanksgiving dinner I always remember this, so I've picked up the ball and now I'm the one making it. Even people who don't normally want cranberry love this. I use the old fashioned metal, clamp to the edge of the counter, type of grinder to grind the cranberries, but you can use something else, perhaps a food processor. However, I do not recommend using a food processor or other type of chopper for the nuts, or celery as the quality and texture is better when they are hand chopped. When you use the orange peel (zest) make sure you are only using the orange part of the peel, and not any of the white (it's very bitter). When the cranberries are in season around Thanksgiving, I usually buy a couple of extra bags and freeze them so that I can make this anytime of year. This is great for brunches, luncheons, or in the summer, to take along to potlucks or picnics as well, it's so refreshing. You could also add a nice white wine (maybe about 1/2 cup).

Provided by Yrhaven aka Condime

Categories     Sauces

Time P1D

Yield 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cranberries (1 12 oz package)
1 (3 ounce) package lemon Jell-O gelatin
1 orange (peel, pulp, juice, but no white from peel)
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped pecans (walnuts work well too)
1/4-1/2 cup white wine, Zinfandel (or a nice fruity German Wine) (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash, then grind the cranberries.
  • Wash, zest & juice the orange, using as much pulp as you can gather (but remember, no white from the peel).
  • Chop the celery.
  • Mix cranberries, orange parts, sugar & celery, (add half of the wine now if you're using it).
  • Refrigerate covered, overnight if possible (it is really not as good if you don't).
  • The next day:.
  • Chop the nuts.
  • Make lemon Jello according to package directions, but only use 1/2 of the water that the package calls for, let partially set.
  • Add cranberry mixture from previous day & nuts.
  • If you are using wine, add the rest of it now.
  • Transfer into appropriate serving bowl, I prefer pretty glass or crystal, especially for the holidays, (I usually use a pretty glass bowl that has a lid).
  • Refrigerate covered (minimum of 2 hours or so) or until set.
  • I often double this recipe, when I do this, I use 1 package of lemon Jello, & 1 package of orange Jello, or 2 packages of one or the other, and 2- 12 oz packages of cranberries, not quite doubling the rest of the ingredients.
  • And finally, say a quick thanks & smile up at heaven to my Grandma Thelma, who passed away this year.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.3, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 80.7, Carbohydrate 72.5, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 66.5, Protein 3.2

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN SALAD WITH ORANGE



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My grandmother likes this as a meal all by it's self. The rice gives it enough body to be a cool summer lunch. The oranges give it a little zing. A great way to use up roasted chicken. I admit, I like it with extra oranges and no almonds.

Provided by Amathea

Categories     Chicken

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 cups cooked chicken, diced
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups cooked rice
1 1/2 cups green grapes, washed and halved
1 1/2 cups celery, diced
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup toasted slivered almonds
1 1/2 cups light mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Blend oil, juice, salt, and vinegar.
  • Marinate chicken for several hours, overnight is best.
  • Mix in the rice, grapes, celery, oranges, nuts, and mayo.
  • Mix thoroughly and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 722.1, Fat 41.6, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 108.5, Sodium 975.6, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 16, Protein 36.5

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.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy oranges for the best flavor.
  • Use a variety of oranges, such as navel, Valencia, and blood oranges, for a more complex flavor.
  • Peel the oranges thinly so that you don't include the bitter white pith.
  • Slice the oranges thinly so that they are easy to eat.
  • Add other fruits, such as grapefruit, berries, or melon, to the salad for a more refreshing taste.
  • Use a light, citrus-based dressing to avoid overpowering the delicate flavor of the oranges.
  • Serve the salad chilled for a refreshing summer side dish.

Conclusion:

Orange salad is a classic summer dish that is both refreshing and delicious. With its bright flavors and vibrant colors, it is a perfect addition to any potluck or barbecue. Plus, it is incredibly easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy summer dish, give orange salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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