Best Fresh Cranberry Pecan Salad Recipes

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FRESH CRANBERRY PECAN SALAD



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This salad is my daughter and mother's favorite Thanksgiving recipe. I used to make it every year for the teachers at my children's school--they RAVED over it. After Thanksgiving, I like to have it as a snack over plain yogurt. It is absolutely to die for!

Provided by Kim S.

Categories     Oranges

Time 15m

Yield 1/3 cup, 19 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces fresh cranberries
2/3 cup sugar
1 cup golden raisin
1 cup pecans, chopped
15 ounces pineapple tidbits, with juice
2 oranges, peeled

Steps:

  • Wash cranberries, discard mushy ones.
  • Pulse in food processor until just slightly chopped (you could hand chop).
  • Cut oranges into pieces about the size of the tidbits.
  • Mix cranberries, sugar, raisins, pecans, pineapple tidbits with juice and orange pieces all together.
  • Allow to marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.8, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 1.6, Carbohydrate 20.9, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 16.1, Protein 1.1

CLASSIC CRANBERRY SALAD



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This crunchy cranberry salad is a riff on the traditional Thanksgiving staple.

Provided by Pam Lolley

Time 4h55m

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (14 oz.)
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup fresh orange juice (from 2 oranges)
1 cup peeled and chopped Bartlett pears (about 2 small pears)
1 cup chopped fresh pineapple (from 1 pineapple)
½ cup thinly sliced celery (from 2 stalks)
½ cup chopped toasted pecans

Steps:

  • Bring the cranberries, brown sugar, and orange juice to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high, stirring often. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries pop and mixture thickens, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the Bartlett pears, pineapple, celery, and pecans. Transfer to a serving bowl; cover and chill salad 4 to 24 hours.

CRANBERRY PECAN SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE



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After having something similar in a restaurant, I just had to start making these at home. Now I'm addicted! When they are in season, I substitute fresh blueberries and/or strawberries for the dried cranberries. Also delicious!

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 -2 cup salad greens
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
olive oil and vinegar dressing (I use recipe #106114) or raspberry vinaigrette dressing (I use My Favorite Oil and Vinegar Dressing)

Steps:

  • Place salad greens in a bowl.
  • Top with cheese, cranberries and pecans.
  • Use as much dressing as you prefer, but I like to go light on the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.7, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 337.4, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 7.7

APPLE CRANBERRY AND PECAN SALAD



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Tip: Sprinkle 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbles onto salad.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (5-ounce) bag fresh baby spinach blend
1 apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup Archer Farms Cinnamon Glazed Pecans
6 tablespoons Archer Farms Poppyseed Dressing

Steps:

  • Toss spinach, apple, cranberries and pecans in large bowl until mixed. Drizzle with dressing. Serve immediately.

CRANBERRY PECAN SALAD



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Raspberry Dijon vinaigrette is savory with cranberries, toasted pecans, red onion, and feta cheese. A real crowd pleaser! Can substitute brie for feta, too.

Provided by STACY38

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup pecan halves
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups mixed salad greens, rinsed and dried
¾ cup dried cranberries
½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Toast for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned and fragrant.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper; mix until sugar and salt dissolve. Whisk in olive oil.
  • In a salad bowl, toss together the greens, cranberries, pecans, onions, and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette, and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 44.6 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 779.9 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

CRANBERRY PECAN SPINACH SALAD



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I came across this recipe one year when I was looking for a special salad for the holidays. -Deb Murata, Carmichael, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups packed torn fresh spinach
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 medium red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries, onion, pecans and blue cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRANBERRY SALAD I



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This is my absolute favorite holiday recipe. Even people that don't like cranberries can't get enough of this! It's even great frozen.

Provided by Micki Stout

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 12h15m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (12 ounce) packages fresh cranberries
1 cup white sugar
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup chopped pecans
1 pint heavy whipping cream
7 ounces miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the cranberries in a food processor; put in a large, non-metal bowl and mix in the sugar. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours.
  • Whip the cream until stiff. Add the pineapple and nuts to the cranberries, mix well. Fold in whipped cream and marshmallows; refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.1 calories, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 72.5 mg, Fat 28.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 39.6 mg, Sugar 47.3 g

CREAMY CRANBERRY SALAD



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One of my piano students taught me the perfect lesson in holiday recipes: this fresh cranberry salad. The keys are tangy fruit, fluffy marshmallows and crunchy nuts. -Alexandra Lypecky, Dearborn, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups fresh or thawed frozen cranberries, chopped
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 medium apple, chopped
2/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix first 6 ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream and walnuts into cranberry mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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