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Cranberry Jello Salad Recipe - Easy Vintage Holiday Side with Walnuts

Savory Cranberry Jello Salad Recipe – Easy Vintage Holiday Dish


  • Author: meryem
  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Delight in this easy vintage holiday side featuring cranberry jello, walnuts, and a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Enjoy the classic taste!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package (12 oz) of cranberry-flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup of boiling water
  • 1 cup of cold water
  • 1 can (14 oz) of whole cranberry sauce
  • 1 cup of chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup of diced celery
  • 1 cup of mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup of sour cream

  • Instructions

  • Boil one cup of water, then stir in the cranberry-flavored gelatin until dissolved.
  • Add one cup of cold water to cool the mixture.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole cranberry sauce, chopped walnuts, diced celery, and mini marshmallows. Stir gently.
  • Pour the cooled gelatin mixture into the fruit mixture and fold gently to combine.
  • Incorporate the sour cream, being careful not to overmix.
  • Transfer the mixture into a mold or serving bowl and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight.
  • Serve by slicing into squares or scooping into bowls. Garnish with extra walnuts.
  • Notes

    This vibrant Cranberry Jello Salad, filled with tart cranberries and crunchy walnuts, is an easy and nostalgic dish perfect for holiday gatherings. It’s easy to make and complements savory dishes beautifully.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Side Dish
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 8 servings
    • Calories: 150
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Fat: 7g
    • Carbohydrates: 20g
    • Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 3g

    Keywords: Cranberry Jello Salad, holiday recipes, easy salad, side dish, vintage recipes, walnuts, dessert salad, Thanksgiving, Christmas