Pink Molded Salad
Add a touch of retro charm to your table with this delightful Pink Molded Salad, a creamy and fruity gelatin-based dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Made with strawberry-flavored gelatin, crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, and a luscious whipped topping, this nostalgic recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Its vibrant pink hue and silky-smooth texture make it a standout at potlucks, holiday gatherings, or summer parties. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to prepare—just mix, mold, and chill! Garnish with maraschino cherries for a festive flair and serve this refreshing dessert or side dish straight from the fridge. It’s the perfect way to impress guests while keeping things effortless.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz Strawberry-flavored gelatin powder
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 oz Canned crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup Cottage cheese
- 1 cup Whipped topping (thawed)
- 6 whole Maraschino cherries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, dissolve the strawberry-flavored gelatin powder in the boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add the cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir well.
Stir in the crushed pineapple along with its juice. Mix well to distribute the fruit evenly.
Add the cottage cheese to the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
Fold in the whipped topping gently until the mixture is smooth and evenly pink in color.
Pour the mixture into a 6-cup gelatin mold or a similarly sized serving dish. Smooth out the surface with a spatula.
Cover the mold with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set and firm to the touch.
Once set, remove the mold from the refrigerator. To unmold, dip the base of the mold into warm water for 10-15 seconds, then invert it onto a serving plate. Gently shake to release the salad.
Garnish with maraschino cherries if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy your Pink Molded Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.3 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.8 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 417 mg | 9% | |
*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.
