Lime Party Salad
Bring a burst of vibrant citrus flavor to your table with this refreshing Lime Party Salad, the perfect retro-inspired dessert or side dish for any festive occasion. Combining zesty lime gelatin, creamy whipped topping, and tangy cream cheese, this no-bake treat is delightfully light and fluffy. Fold in sweet crushed pineapple, airy mini marshmallows, and crunchy pecans for an irresistible combination of textures and flavors. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and featuring a brilliant green hue, this crowd-pleaser is great for holidays, potlucks, or backyard gatherings. Serve it chilled and watch it steal the spotlight—perfect for anyone who loves an easy, nostalgic dessert!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz lime gelatin powder
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, dissolve the lime gelatin powder in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir well. Set the bowl aside to cool until the mixture is slightly thickened but not fully set, about 30-40 minutes at room temperature or 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth using a handheld or stand mixer.
Gradually add the cooled lime gelatin mixture to the cream cheese, beating until fully combined and smooth.
Fold in the whipped topping, drained crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and chopped pecans (if using). Ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Pour the mixture into a serving dish or individual cups, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the salad is firm and set.
Serve chilled and garnish with lime slices or additional pecans, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2335 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.8 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.7 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 1094 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.0 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 153.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.0 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1039 mg | 22% | |
*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.
