Best 7 Holiday Fruit Salad Recipes
During the festive holiday season, a refreshing and vibrant fruit salad can be an absolute delight, offering a symphony of flavors and colors that perfectly complement the celebratory spirit. Whether you're having an intimate family gathering or hosting a grand party, a holiday fruit salad can be the perfect addition to your dessert spread, bringing joy to both your taste buds and your table's aesthetics. Let's explore some delightful fruit salad recipes that will make your holiday celebration truly memorable.
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GRANDMA'S HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD
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
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.
HOLIDAY TOSSED SALAD WITH FRUIT
Make and share this Holiday Tossed Salad with Fruit recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Fruit
Time 5m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, toss the greens, oranges, cranberries, apple, walnuts, and cheese.
- Drizzle with vinaigrette just before serving; toss to coat.
HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD (AKA GREEN STUFF)
We always make this for Thanksgiving and Christmas...it is a must have holiday menu item. You can substitute a container of Cool Whip for the freshly whipped cream. You could try other Jell-o flavors, but we are traditionalists and stick with lime. Some family members enjoy the addition of chopped pecans but I prefer without.
Provided by swissms
Categories Gelatin
Time 25m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium bowl, combine lime gelatin and boiling water. Stir in cold water or pineapple juice. Chill slightly in refrigerator but don't allow to completely set.
- Remove from refrigerator. Whip jello until fluffy like egg whites.
- In separate bowl, whip cream to soft peak stage; add cream cheese and whip. Add to jello, mix well.
- Stir in crushed pineapple, grapes, and marshmallows. Chill until set.
HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD
I got this recipe while shopping at Sams Club on a day when food demos were taking place. Wow! Quick, easy and yummy for the holidays. A family favorite now. Cook time is chill time.
Provided by Wineaux
Categories Apple
Time 1h30m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine yogurt, nutmeg, sugar and vanilla, mixing well.
- Pour over prepared fruit, tossing to cover the apples and grapes.
- Chill.
- Before serving, dust with a little extra nutmeg.
DADDY'S HOLIDAY BEST FRUIT SALAD
What a lovely recipe... The crunchy pecans and sweet coconut remind me of the salads I enjoyed in my childhood. This is a sweet treat for all the senses.
Provided by Judith Watson
Categories Fruit Salads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Drain syrup from canned fruits and set aside. Chop apple into medium dice and coat with lemon juice to stop browning. Optional: Slice banana if using. Supreme the orange and cut slices into thirds. Drain juice from cherries and set aside. Half cherries. Mix all ingredients together. Add about a 1/4 cup cherrie juice.
- 2. If adding banana, coat with lemon juice to keep from browning. Refridgerate before serving. Serve with Cool Whip or Whipped cream.
MOTHER'S HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD
Every holiday, year long, without fail, this lovely pink salad appeared on our table in it's signature yellow bowl! Mother always made it on Saturday before the Sunday dinner, claiming it HAD to "set" for 24 hours. It has been called a "24-hour salad" but to us it was always Mother's Fruit Salad! Mother lived to be 87, and...
Provided by Carolyn Harris
Categories Salads
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Mix gelatin according to directions and set aside. Set whipped topping out to soften. Drain fruit cocktail.
- 2. In large mixing bowl mix all other ingredients. Slowly pour cooled gelatin over and gently stir. Fold in topping and GENTLY stir until uniformly pink.
- 3. Set in refrigerator overnight.
- 4. All Mother's cooking was "add a bit, take out a bit". You can leave out coconut or marshmallows, trade pecans for walnuts, etc. Just be sure you GUARD your fridge, because once it's tasted, you just may have a stampede on your hands!
HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD
This salad goes very well with Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner. The first time I made this I wasn't sure how it would be perceived by my family. But the combinations of the sour cream and cream cheese went so well with the sweet jello. Give it a try..it really is good!
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Other Desserts
Time 3h
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Gather ingredients and 9 x 13 pan.
- 2. In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water into gelatin mixture. Slice bananas into gelatin mixture. Add frozen strawberries and undrained pineapple.
- 3. Pour half the mixture into 13 x 9 inch pan. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.
- 4. In a mixer bowl, beat cream cheese with sour cream and sugar; spread over chilled layer, Gently spoon remaining gelatin mixture on top. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Cut into squares; serve on lettuce lined salad plates. Garnish with additional pineapple, if desired.
- 5. Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose ripe, seasonal fruits: Use fresh, ripe fruits as they offer the best flavor and nutritional value. Look for fruits that are brightly colored, fragrant, and free of blemishes. Seasonal fruits are typically at their peak flavor and more affordable.
- Variety is key: Include a variety of fruits with different colors, textures, and flavors to create a visually appealing and delicious salad. Mix sweet and tart fruits, soft and crunchy fruits, and fruits with different colors to make your salad more interesting.
- Cut fruits uniformly: Cut fruits into uniform sizes and shapes to ensure they cook evenly. This will also make your salad look more appealing.
- Use fresh herbs and spices: Add fresh herbs and spices to enhance the flavor of your salad. Mint, basil, cilantro, cinnamon, and nutmeg are all great choices that pair well with fruits.
- Don't overdress the salad: A light dressing is all you need to enhance the flavor of the fruits without overpowering them. Use a simple vinaigrette dressing made with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. You can also use yogurt-based dressings or honey-lime dressing for a sweeter option.
- Chill the salad before serving: Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld and the dressing to set. This will result in a more refreshing and flavorful salad.
Conclusion:
A holiday fruit salad is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing way to celebrate the season. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that everyone at your table will enjoy. Whether you prefer a classic Waldorf salad, a tropical fruit salad, or a simple mixed fruit salad, be sure to follow the tips above to ensure your salad is a success. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a beautiful and festive fruit salad that will be the star of your holiday table.
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