Jello Waldorf Salad
Elevate your nostalgic dessert game with this vibrant Jello Waldorf Salad, a delightful twist on the classic fruit-and-nut combo! This retro-inspired recipe combines the sweet-tart flavor of lime gelatin with crisp celery, juicy red apples, and fresh green grapes for a medley of textures and tastes. Optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while a dollop of whipped topping provides a creamy finish. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or family dinners, this Jello salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it over fresh lettuce leaves for a touch of elegance and tradition. With minimal prep and a refreshing blend of ingredients, this make-ahead dessert is the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Lime gelatin (Jello)
- 2 cups Boiling water
- 1.5 cups Cold water
- 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 1 medium Red apple, diced
- 1 cup Green grapes, halved
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1 cup Whipped topping (or whipped cream)
- 4 leaves Lettuce leaves (for serving, optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, dissolve the lime gelatin in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir thoroughly until completely dissolved.
Add 1.5 cups of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine.
Transfer the gelatin mixture to a large bowl or a 9x9 baking dish. Refrigerate the gelatin for about 1.5 hours, or until it is slightly thickened but not fully set.
Once the gelatin is thickened, gently fold in the celery, diced red apple, green grapes, and walnuts (if using). Ensure these ingredients are evenly distributed.
Pour the mixture back into the dish or serving bowl if necessary. Smooth the surface, cover, and refrigerate for an additional 2.5 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.
Before serving, top the Jello salad with a generous layer of whipped topping.
Optional: Serve each portion of the Jello Waldorf Salad on a lettuce leaf for a decorative and traditional presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.9 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 304 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1246 mg | 27% | |
*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.
