If you are looking for a delightful and classic recipe to spruce up your next gathering or family meal, look no further than the timeless molded cranberry gelatin salad. This dish has been a staple at potlucks, picnics, and holiday dinners for generations, and for good reason. Its vibrant red hue, delightful texture, and refreshing taste make it a crowd-pleaser that is easy to prepare and customizable to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a modern twist, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to create the perfect molded cranberry gelatin salad.
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WW FRIENDLY CRANBERRY JELL-O SALAD RECIPE
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, saving the juice. Add enough water to the juice to total 1-1/4 cups of liquid. In a saucepan, bring the liquid to a boil.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the gelatin until it's dissolved.
- Break up the cranberry sauce with a fork and stir it into the gelatin mixture.
- Cool until the mixture begins to thicken and then stir in the crushed pineapple, celery and nuts.
- Pour into a mold and chill until set. (For best results first with non-stick spray so that the jello comes out easily.)
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8th recipe, Calories 140 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g
MOORE'S CRANBERRY GELATIN SALAD
This recipe uses fresh cranberries, pineapple, orange, grapes and apples. Delicious with turkey, chicken or ham. Pineapple juice is an excellent substitute for water if you would like a bit more flavor. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.
Provided by Mary T. Moore
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Yield 11
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Add the sugar to the gelatin. Stir in the boiling water and stir until the gelatin is dissolved. Stir in the cold water or the pineapples juice. Chill until gelatin is thick.
- Finely grind the cranberries and the orange in food processor or run through the meat grinder.
- Add the ground cranberry mixture, drained crushed pineapple, grapes and cubed apples to the thickened gelatin. Pour mixture into one 9 x 13 inch pan or a large bowl. Refrigerate overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.3 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 57.5 mg, Sugar 46.2 g
CRANBERRY SALAD MOLD
"THERE WAS always a cranberry salad on our holiday table#151;Mother made it with fresh raw cranberries. I was delighted when she would ask me to help grind the cranberries in her old food grinder...I could go on turning its crank forever. How I loved hearing the cranberries pop as they passed through!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Finely grind the cranberries in a food chopper. Add sugar and mix thoroughly. Let stand 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. (If using frozen berries, let them stand until the mixture is at room temperature.) Place the gelatin and orange juice in the top of a double boiler; stir over hot water until gelatin is dissolved. Add to cranberries along with apples and nuts; place in a 7-cup mold that has been rinsed in cold water. Chill until set. Unmold onto leaf lettuce. Garnish with mayonnaise.
Nutrition Facts :
MOLDED CRANBERRY SALAD
Make and share this Molded Cranberry Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Fruit
Time 20m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Dissolve gelatin in simmering water in large heatproof bowl.
- Stir in orange rind.
- Pour reserved pineapple juice into 2-cup measure.
- Add lemon juice and enough cold water to total 2 cups.
- Stir into gelatin mixture.
- Refrigerate 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until consistency of unbeaten egg whites.
- Fold in cranberries, celery, walnuts and pineapple.
- Pour into lightly oiled 1-quart fluted ring mold or crown mold.
- Chill at least 25 hours or until very firm.
- When ready to serve, loosen edge of mold with thin knife.
- Dip mold quickly in hot water to loosen salad, then invert onto serving plate.
- Cut in slim wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 53.1, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 13.2, Protein 1.5
MOLDED CRANBERRY FRUIT SALAD
Tart cranberry flavor is a delightful addition to chilled fruit salad.
Provided by Allrecipes Member
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine reserved pineapple juice, cranberry juice cocktail and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Add gelatin, stirring until it is completely dissolved. Break up cranberry sauce with a fork. Stir into gelatin mixture.
- Refrigerate until mixture begins to set. Stir in pineapple and celery. Pour into a 4-cup mold. Chill until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 53.8 mg, Sugar 30.8 g
DOUBLE-CRANBERRY MOLDED SALAD
Provided by Michael McLaughlin
Categories Salad Food Processor Side Thanksgiving Cranberry Celery Fall Chill Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour 1 cup cranberry juice into small bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over. Let stand until gelatin softens, about 20 minutes.
- Combine cranberries and sugar in processor. Blend, using on/off turns, until cranberries are finely chopped. Transfer berry mixture to heavy large saucepan; add remaining 2 1/2 cups cranberry juice and lemon juice. Bring berry mixture to boil over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium, cover pan partially and simmer until cranberry pieces are tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Add gelatin mixture and stir until gelatin dissolves. Cool to lukewarm, about 30 minutes. Mix in celery.
- Rinse 8- to 9-cup decorative mold with cold water and drain well. Spoon cranberry mixture into mold. Cover and refrigerate until cold and firm, at least 8 hours and up to 2 days.
- Turn mold over onto platter. Soak kitchen towel in very hot water; wring out. Wrap hot towel around mold. Let stand 1 minute. Remove towel. Hold mold and platter together and shake gently until cranberry salad falls onto platter. Repeat with hot towel if necessary to unmold salad. Chill until ready to serve.
MOLDED CRANBERRY NUT SALAD
This is a recipe my grandmother used to make for Christmas and Thanksgiving when I was a kid. It sure is good! Also good for potluck dinners.
Provided by JenSmith
Categories Gelatin
Time 20m
Yield 8 cups, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Soften the unflavored gelatin in 1/2 cup cold water; set aside.
- In a 3-quart saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar and wine or cranberry juice; heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat. Add lemon gelatin and softened unflavored gelatin; stir until dissolved. Stir in remaining water. Chill until mixture is partially set.
- Fold in celery and walnuts. Pour into a greased 8-cup mold; cover and chill until set.
- Meanwhile, combine sour cream and mayonnaise; refrigerate until ready to serve.
- To serve, unmold gelatin and top each serving with a dollop of the sourcream dressing. Garnish with celery leaves.
- NOTE: In the picture, this is molded in a ring shape with a small bowl set in the center holding the sourcream dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.9, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 248.3, Carbohydrate 57.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 48, Protein 11
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture. Frozen cranberries can be used in a pinch, but they will not be as tart or flavorful.
- To make the cranberry sauce, simply combine the cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
- To make the gelatin salad, combine the cranberry sauce, gelatin, and boiling water in a large bowl. Stir until the gelatin has dissolved. Stir in the pineapple, celery, and walnuts. Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- To serve, cut the salad into squares or slices. You can garnish with additional pineapple, celery, or walnuts.
Conclusion:
Molded Cranberry Gelatin Salad is a classic holiday side dish that is always a hit. It is easy to make and can be made ahead of time. The combination of tart cranberries, sweet pineapple, and crunchy celery is a winning combination. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.
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