🍒 Cranberry Salad 🥗
This bright, refreshing salad is a burst of holiday cheer in every bite! Tangy cranberries, sweet pineapple, crisp apple, and fluffy whipped topping come together in a colorful, make-ahead side dish that’s perfect for festive tables, potlucks, or anytime you want something sweet, zesty, and totally crowd-pleasing.
But let’s be honest—some cranberry salads disappoint. Maybe they’re too tart. Maybe they get soggy. Or worst of all—they taste like sweetened fruit mush with zero texture.
So what’s the secret to a perfectly balanced, crisp-tender cranberry salad that holds up?
It all comes down to three festive tricks: the cranberry prep, the marshmallow magic, and one surprise ingredient that keeps it refreshingly bright.
Ready to make the most talked-about side on your holiday table?
Let’s chop, fold, and chill!
INGREDIENTS :
3 cups cranberries, roughly chopped & thawed (if frozen)
20 oz crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup diced Gala apple, peeled & cored
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp lemon juice
2 cups mini marshmallows
¼ cup chopped walnuts
12 oz whipped topping, thawed
Optional Garnish:
Reserved whole cranberries
Fresh mint leaves
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