Best 11 Mommas Thanksgiving Fruit Salad Recipes

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As Thanksgiving approaches, many families gather around the table to enjoy a feast of traditional dishes. No Thanksgiving meal is complete without a delicious fruit salad, and mommas is sure to have her own special recipe. Whether you're looking for a classic fruit salad recipe or something a little more unique, there are plenty of options to choose from. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for mommas thanksgiving fruit salad, so you can find the perfect one to add to your holiday table.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

THANKSGIVING FRUIT SALAD



Thanksgiving Fruit Salad image

Seasonal fall fruits marinated in a bright citrus, herb and spice syrup make a fresh way to finish off your Thanksgiving dinner. The longer the fruits marinate, the deeper the flavors of the dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 sprigs rosemary
1 cinnamon stick
2 navel oranges
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
1 cup pomegranate seeds
2 ripe pears, preferably Bartlett or Comice, cored and cut into bite-size pieces
2 sweet, crisp apples, such as Honeycrisp or Pink Lady, cored and cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Add the sugar, dried cranberries, rosemary, cinnamon stick and 1/2 cup water to a small pot. Using a vegetable peeler, peel 1 large strip of zest from one of the oranges and add to the pot. Set over medium heat, bring to a simmer and cook, stirring to dissolve the sugar and pressing the solids down into the mixture, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and cool the syrup to room temperature.
  • Discard the rosemary, cinnamon and orange zest. Strain the syrup through a sieve into a small bowl; set aside. Add the cranberries to a large bowl.
  • Remove the remaining zest from the oranges using a paring knife, following the shape of the fruit. Carefully cut between the sections to release whole segments and add to the bowl with the cranberries. Add the red and green grapes, pomegranate seeds, pears and apples to the bowl and toss together.
  • Pour half the reserved syrup over top of the fruit and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate, tossing occasionally, for at le1 hour and up to 4 to let the fruit marinate in the syrup. Before serving, taste and add additional syrup as desired.

MOM'S HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this mom's holiday fruit salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by teekie

Categories     Pineapple

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges
2 (16 ounce) cans chopped pineapple
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1/2 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • mix all ingredients and refrigerate 5-6 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616, Fat 42.5, SaturatedFat 22.6, Cholesterol 52.6, Sodium 72.8, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 39.8, Protein 8.3

THANKSGIVING FRUIT SALAD



Thanksgiving Fruit Salad image

Thanksgiving Fruit Salad is a vibrant, healthy addition to your holiday table. Colorful chopped fruit is tossed with a simple honey dressing for a delicious, easy side dish.

Provided by Foxes Love Lemons LLC. Images registered with U.S. Copyright Office.

Categories     Thanksgiving

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 kiwi, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1 D'anjou or Bartlett pear*, cored and chopped
1 Honeycrisp or Gala apple*, cored and chopped
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges in water, drained and patted dry
1-1/2 cups red grapes, halved
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup pomegranate arils (seeds)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, whisk orange juice, honey and pumpkin pie spice.
  • Add kiwi, pear, apple, oranges, grapes, dried cranberries, pecans and pomegranate arils to bowl and gently toss to combine.
  • Transfer to serving dish and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 3 milligrams sodium, Sugar 29 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams unsaturated fat

MOM'S WALDORF SALAD



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/4 cup plus 2 teaspoons low-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 lemon, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
8 ribs celery, sliced about 1/4 inch thick on the bias
2 Gala apples, skin on, cored and diced

Steps:

  • Whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, chives, vinegar, sugar, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a small bowl. Combine the walnuts, celery and apples in a separate large bowl. Pour three-quarters of the dressing over the celery-apple mixture and toss to coat. Let stand for 5 minutes at room temperature, then toss again. Adjust the seasoning as desired. Add the remaining dressing and toss again. Serve at room temperature.

MOM'S FROZEN FRUIT SALAD



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This fruit salad is a family favorite handed down to me by my mother, Marjorie V. Hutchinson.

Provided by Beth Steinke

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8.5 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 banana, diced
1 (16.5 ounce) can pitted dark sweet cherries, drained
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add sour cream, sugar, and salt; mix well.
  • Drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Dip banana pieces into the pineapple juice and place in a bowl. Add cherries, oranges, and the pineapple.
  • Add marshmallows to the cream cheese mixture; fold in the fruit mixture. Grease a fluted tube pan with cooking spray and turn the fruit salad out into the pan.
  • Cover and freeze salad for at least 8 hours. Unmold and let stand at room temperature at least 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 122.3 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

MOM'S GELATIN FRUIT SALAD



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My mom found this recipe many years ago and has since handed it down to me and my sisters. It makes an appearance every Thanksgiving.-Linda Stemen, Monroeville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
2 cups sugar
2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup lemon juice
6 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 cup green grapes, halved
12 maraschino cherries, halved
1/2 cup chopped dates, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 1 minute. Heat and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in sugar, orange juice and lemon juice; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until sugar is dissolved., Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate, covered, until slightly thickened, about 1-1/2 hours. Fold in fruit. Pour into a 6-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray or a 2-qt. serving bowl. Refrigerate until firm. If using a ring mold, unmold onto a serving plate.

Nutrition Facts :

MAMA'S METHODIST FRUIT SALAD



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This dish got its name because every time we had a church picnic, lunch or supper (eatin' meetin' as we so fondly call them) my mother was asked to bring this fruit salad. It is so easy, but the blend of ingredients is SO good!

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1 (21 ounce) can peach pie filling
4 bananas, sliced
3 cups fruit cocktail, chunky style
2 cups strawberries, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Dump everything in a serving bowl.
  • Stir well to blend.
  • Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving to allow flavors to blend.
  • To all our friends and family who have requested this recipe, YES IT IS THAT EASY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.4, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 10.6, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 11.5, Protein 0.8

EASY FESTIVE FRUIT SALAD



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As colorful as the leaves on the autumn trees, this fruit salad disappears fast down to the last spoonful. The light dressing doesn't hide the refreshing flavors of the fruit. Pecans add crunch and the rich flavor of the harvest season. -Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (20 ounces) pears, drained and chopped
3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 large unpeeled apples, chopped
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and flour; stir in reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool for 15 minutes. Cover and refrigerate. , In a large serving bowl, combine the oranges, pears, kiwi, apples, pecans and reserved pineapple. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MOM'S BEST MARSHMALLOW & COCONUT FRUIT SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Mom's Best Marshmallow & Coconut Fruit Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by carvalhohm2

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 ounces pineapple chunks, drained (or 2 Cups Fresh)
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
10 ounces Maraschino cherries, drained & halved
16 ounces sour cream
2 cups sweetened coconut, shredded
10 ounces mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • Combine fruit in large bowl, fold in sour cream & coconut. Stir well. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.

GRANDMA'S 5 CUP CREAMY FRUIT SALAD RECIPE



Grandma's 5 Cup Creamy Fruit Salad Recipe image

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.

MOMMA'S THANKSGIVING FRUIT SALAD



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Each year we waited patiently for this awesome fruit salad. It takes some work cutting up the fruit, but the end result is amazing!!

Provided by Kimi Gaines @kimijo

Categories     Fruit Salads

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 package(s) strawberries in syrup
5 - navel oranges, cut in pieces, squeeze all the juice into the bowl
1 bunch(es) grapes, cut in half
2 can(s) pineapple chunks, with juice
4 - bananas, cut in pieces

Steps:

  • Cut up all the fruit & put in large bowl and there you go!!

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and fresh fruits: The quality of your fruit salad depends on the quality of the fruits you use. Choose fruits that are ripe, sweet, and have no blemishes.
  • Use a variety of fruits: A good fruit salad should have a variety of colors, textures, and flavors. Try to use a mix of fruits that are soft (such as berries and grapes) and firm (such as apples and pears).
  • Cut the fruits into uniform pieces: This will help the fruit salad look more appealing and make it easier to eat.
  • Add some herbs or spices: A little bit of mint, basil, or rosemary can add a refreshing flavor to your fruit salad.
  • Drizzle with a simple dressing: A simple dressing made with honey, lemon juice, or yogurt can help to enhance the flavors of the fruit.
  • Chill the fruit salad before serving: This will help to keep the fruit fresh and crisp.

Conclusion:

Thanksgiving fruit salad is a delicious and healthy way to end your Thanksgiving meal. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a beautiful and tasty fruit salad that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're hosting Thanksgiving dinner, be sure to include a fruit salad on your menu.

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