Refreshing Jello Salad
Brighten up your table with this Refreshing Jello Salad, a vibrant and nostalgic dish that delivers a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or family dinners, this easy-to-make dessert combines fruity flavored gelatin with juicy mandarin oranges, sweet crushed pineapple, and a touch of crunch from grated carrots. Topped with a fluffy layer of miniature marshmallows and whipped topping, this chilled treat is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time (with a little refrigeration patience), it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s light, colorful, and irresistibly refreshing. Whether you choose lime, strawberry, or another gelatin flavor, this jello salad is a classic recipe that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz flavored gelatin (e.g., lime or strawberry)
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 8 oz crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1.5 cups whipped topping
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 11 oz mandarin oranges (drained)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the gelatin powder in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir continuously until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir well.
Stir in the crushed pineapple (with its juice) and the grated carrots to the gelatin mixture. Mix well.
Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges, being careful not to break them apart.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch glass dish or a large serving bowl. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, or until the gelatin is partially set (soft gel consistency).
Once partially set, evenly spread the miniature marshmallows on top of the gelatin mixture.
Return the dish to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 2 to 3 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.
Before serving, evenly spread the whipped topping over the marshmallow layer to create a creamy finish.
Serve chilled and enjoy this colorful, refreshing treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.7 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 282 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.1 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 825 mg | 18% | |
*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.
