Sparkling Cranberry-Apple Salad

Sparkling Cranberry-Apple Salad

180 mins
easy
6 servings

A vibrant and flavorful cranberry salad with a touch of sweetness and crunch. Perfect for a light lunch or a festive side dish.

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Equipment Needed

  • Large Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1.00 poundFresh Cranberries(Fresh or frozen cranberries can be used.)
  • 0.50 cupMaple Syrup(For a touch of sweetness.)
  • 0.25 cupWater(Helps to thicken the cranberry sauce.)
  • 2.00 cupsHoneycrisp Apples(Chopped, unpeeled.)
  • 0.75 cupOrange Segments(Freshly squeezed orange juice can be added for extra flavor.)
  • 0.75 cupCelery(Thinly sliced.)
  • 0.50 cupWalnuts(Toasted and chopped.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonLime Zest(For a bright citrus flavor.)
  • 0.50 teaspoonSalt(To taste.)

Instructions

1

Combine cranberries, maple syrup, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until cranberries burst and mixture thickens.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

4

Add chopped apples, orange segments, celery, walnuts, lime zest, and salt to the cooled cranberry mixture.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Stir gently to combine.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.

Estimated time: 120 minutes

7

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Garnish with extra cranberries or a sprig of mint, if desired.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Serve with a side of toasted baguette slices for a complete meal.

Estimated time: 2 minutes