Grandmother’s Orange Salad
This classic Orange Salad is a nostalgic, creamy, and citrusy dish that brings back warm memories of family gatherings and holiday dinners. It’s light, fluffy, and bursting with sweet orange flavor—perfect for Easter, potlucks, or Sunday dinners!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A (No cooking required)
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes (Includes chilling time)
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 box (3 oz) orange gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 small can (11 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 small can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip) or homemade whipped cream
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for crunch)
Instructions
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Prepare the Gelatin
In a medium bowl, dissolve the orange gelatin in boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved. Add cold water, mix well, and let it cool slightly (but not set). -
Mix the Salad
Stir in the drained mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows. If using, fold in the cottage cheese for a creamy texture. Gently fold in the whipped topping until everything is combined and fluffy. -
Chill & Serve
Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm. Before serving, sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts for a little crunch (optional).
Notes
- You can use homemade whipped cream instead of Cool Whip for a fresher taste.
- For an extra touch, add maraschino cherries on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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