Orange Tapioca Salad Ii
Bright, refreshing, and delightfully creamy, Orange Tapioca Salad II is the perfect blend of citrusy sweetness and pudding-like indulgence. This easy-to-make vintage dessert combines the zesty flavor of orange gelatin with the velvety textures of instant tapioca and vanilla pudding, creating a light yet satisfying treat. Bursting with juicy mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple, it’s a tropical twist that’s finished off with a cloud of whipped topping for that signature fluffiness. Ready in under 30 minutes of hands-on time, this no-bake recipe is a must-have for summer picnics, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. Serve it chilled for the ultimate fruity dessert salad that’s as beautiful as it is delicious! Keywords: orange tapioca salad, fruity dessert recipes, summer salad ideas, creamy gelatin recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz Orange gelatin (such as Jell-O)
- 3.4 oz Tapioca pudding mix (instant)
- 3.4 oz Vanilla pudding mix (instant)
- 3 cups Water
- 8 oz Crushed pineapple (canned, drained)
- 15 oz Mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 8 oz Whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange gelatin, tapioca pudding mix, and vanilla pudding mix.
Stir in the water to the dry mixes and place the saucepan over medium heat.
Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it comes to a gentle boil and thickens. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely. You can transfer it to a bowl and refrigerate for quicker cooling, about 30-60 minutes.
Once cooled, gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges.
Add the whipped topping and gently fold it in until completely incorporated, being careful not to deflate it.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual bowls and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to chill and set.
Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.3 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1969 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 325.6 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 245.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 618 mg | 13% | |
*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.
