Cottage Cheese Jello Fruit Salad
Sweet, creamy, and bursting with fruity flavor, this Cottage Cheese Jello Fruit Salad is a retro-inspired classic that’s perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a refreshing side dish. Combining velvety cottage cheese, a burst of vibrant gelatin mix (choose your favorite flavor like orange, lime, or strawberry), and fluffy whipped topping, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. Juicy mandarin oranges and pineapple chunks add tropical sweetness, while optional mini marshmallows deliver a soft, chewy contrast. Served chilled, this colorful salad is as delicious as it is easy to prepare, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages. Perfect for those searching for an effortless, make-ahead dessert or side dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 packet gelatin mix (flavored, such as orange, lime, or strawberry)
- 1 cup whipped topping (thawed)
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained)
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese.
Sprinkle the entire packet of gelatin mix over the cottage cheese and stir well until the gelatin is fully incorporated and the mixture is evenly colored.
Fold in the whipped topping gently with a spatula until smooth and creamy.
Add the drained pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges to the bowl, stirring carefully to distribute the fruit evenly.
If desired, fold in the mini marshmallows for extra sweetness and texture.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to set slightly.
Serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with a few extra pieces of fruit or a dollop of whipped topping before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1172 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 221.2 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.3 g | ||
| Protein | 36.3 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 773 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
