Zingy Jello Salad
Brighten up your next gathering with this Zingy Jello Salad, a retro-inspired dessert bursting with tangy lime flavor and creamy, fluffy textures! This no-bake recipe combines lime-flavored gelatin, crushed pineapple, and pillowy mini marshmallows, all folded into a luscious mix of softened cream cheese and whipped topping. The optional addition of chopped pecans adds a delightful crunch, while its vibrant green hue makes it a showstopper on any table. Perfectly balanced between sweet and zesty, this chilled treat takes just 15 minutes of prep time before setting to perfection in the fridge. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a sweet family dessert, this refreshing Jello salad is as easy to make as it is to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz Lime-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 1 cup Cold water
- 8 oz Crushed pineapple (with juice)
- 1 cup Mini marshmallows
- 4 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the lime-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir for 2 minutes until gelatin is completely dissolved.
Add 1 cup of cold water to the bowl and stir to combine.
Stir in the crushed pineapple along with its juice. Mix well.
Pour the gelatin mixture into a 9x9-inch glass dish or a bowl of your choice. Cover it and refrigerate for 90 minutes or until it begins to thicken but is not yet fully set.
While the mixture is thickening, in another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the whipped topping into the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
Once the gelatin mixture is thickened, gently fold in the mini marshmallows and the cream cheese mixture. If using, fold in the chopped pecans as well.
Spread the mixture evenly in the dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate for an additional 2 to 3 hours, or until fully set.
Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful zing of this jello salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.9 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.5 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 474 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.2 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 568 mg | 12% | |
*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.
