The Green Stuff Lime Jello Salad
Bright, creamy, and irresistibly nostalgic, "The Green Stuff Lime Jello Salad" is a retro favorite that brings zesty lime flavor and a delightful medley of textures to your table. This no-bake dessert salad combines tangy lime gelatin, sweet crushed pineapple, creamy cottage cheese, and fluffy whipped topping for a light and refreshing treat. Mini marshmallows add a playful chew, while optional pistachio pudding mix amplifies the flavor and gives it an extra velvety texture. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings, this crowd-pleaser can be molded or served straight from the dish. Top it off with crunchy pecans or walnuts for a delightful finishing touch. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy lime Jello salad is a must-try for lovers of vintage recipes and sweet salads alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz lime-flavored gelatin (such as Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 20 oz crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 3.4 oz pistachio-flavored instant pudding mix (optional, for extra flavor)
- 8 oz frozen whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the lime-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the bowl and stir well to combine.
Stir in the crushed pineapple along with its juice. Mix until evenly distributed.
If using, add the pistachio pudding mix directly to the gelatin mixture. Stir until it’s fully dissolved and starts to thicken slightly.
Using a rubber spatula, fold the cottage cheese into the mixture until well combined.
Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until the entire mixture is creamy and uniform in texture.
Stir in the mini marshmallows to add a fun, chewy texture to your salad.
Pour the mixture into a serving dish or Jello mold. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the salad is fully set and chilled.
Before serving, optionally sprinkle chopped nuts over the top for added crunch and garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.2 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1993 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.4 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 245.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 924 mg | 20% | |
*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.
