Best 6 8 Layer Jello Salad Recipes

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A rainbow of colors, a symphony of textures, a dance of flavors - that's what 8-layer jello salad is all about. This iconic dish is a staple at potlucks, family gatherings, and holiday celebrations, and for good reason. It's easy to make, absolutely delicious, and a feast for the eyes. If you're looking for a recipe that will wow your guests and leave them asking for more, look no further than this 8-layer jello salad.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EIGHT-LAYER SALAD



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup farro
3 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken stock (or water)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium butternut squash, peeled and sliced into 3/4-inch cubes
A pinch of crushed red pepper
1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
1 cup packed fresh basil (about 2 ounces), finely chopped, plus a little more for serving
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
5 ounces baby kale
8 ounces prosciutto, chopped
2 large shallots, finely chopped
1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Combine the farro with the stock or water in a large saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until tender, about 30 minutes; drain off any excess liquid. Season with salt and pepper and toss with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Toss the squash with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, a few pinches of salt, a few turns of pepper and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Roast until tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool.
  • Make the dressing by combining the yogurt, basil, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, Dijon and garlic in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large glass serving bowl, layer the farro, kale, squash, prosciutto, shallots, dressing, Parmesan and almonds. Finish with the remaining basil and a few turns of pepper.

SEVEN LAYER GELATIN SALAD



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Don't wait until the last minute to make this recipe. Each layer has to set before the next one is added.

Provided by Ryan Scholl

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 6h25m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 (3 ounce) packages assorted fruit flavored Jell-O® mix
4 ½ cups boiling water, divided
4 ½ cups cold water, divided
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk, divided
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13 inch dish with cooking spray.
  • Dissolve one package of gelatin in 3/4 cup boiling water. Stir in 3/4 cup cold water. Spoon into pan and refrigerate until almost set, 45 minutes.
  • Dissolve another package of gelatin in 1/2 cup boiling water. Stir in 1/2 cup cold water and 1/2 cup evaporated milk. Spoon over first layer and refrigerate until almost set, 45 minutes.
  • Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all gelatin is used. Just before serving, top with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 106.2 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

8 LAYER JELLO SALAD



8 Layer Jello Salad image

This is beautiful when cut, all the layers and colors of the jello. It helps at it taste good, too. Very refreshing. For the 4th of July I have done red, white and blue, then cut it with star shaped cookie cutter. Enjoy!!! Great hit at church pot lucks!!!

Provided by Jo-Jo421

Categories     Gelatin

Time 4h

Yield 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (5 1/8 ounce) packages Jello gelatin (4 diff. flavors- Strawberry, Lime, Orange & Lemon)
2 cups milk
1 cup sugar
2 (1/4 ounce) unflavored gelatin (Knox)
1 pint sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • Dissolve 1 pkg of jello in l ½ cups of Boiling water- (one at a time).
  • Pour into 9 X 13 pan and let gel in level frig-.
  • (yes you need to make sure your frig is level).
  • In saucepan, combine 2 cups milk and 1 cup sugar, bring to boil.
  • (careful not to scald) when boiling starts remove from heat.
  • In mean time, dissolve 2 env unflavored gelatin in ½ cup cold water,
  • slowly add to milk mixture after you remove it from the heat.
  • Let mixture cool then add sour cream and 2 tsp vanilla, mix well.
  • Pour 1 cup milk mixture over jello layer, let chill approximately 1 hour. Then carefully add next layer of jello, let chill approximately 1 hour or until solid.
  • Continue until you have 8 layers (4 jello and 4 milk mixture).
  • This can be made a day or two in advance.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.9, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 22.6, Sodium 268.1, Carbohydrate 64.1, Sugar 58.5, Protein 7.3

8-LAYER SALAD



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Provided by Catherine McCord

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 slices bacon
4 to 5 cups chopped iceberg lettuce (about 1 head)
2 cups frozen peas, thawed
2 cups shredded carrots (about 6)
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and sliced
2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 cups shredded Cheddar, mozzarella and/or Monterey jack cheese
2 cups cherry or baby heirloom tomatoes, halved
Summer Herb Ranch Dressing, recipe follows
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until golden, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Drain the bacon on paper towels. Let cool, then chop.
  • Meanwhile, place 1/4 of the lettuce in the bottom of a trifle bowl or large glass bowl. Top with the peas and then another 1/4 of the lettuce. Top with the carrots.
  • Arrange the eggs on top, facing them outwards against the side of the bowl. Top with another 1/4 of the lettuce, corn, then the remaining lettuce.
  • Sprinkle with the cheese, then top with the tomatoes and bacon. Serve with the herb ranch dressing on the side.
  • Whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Makes about 2 cups.

7-LAYER GELATIN SALAD



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Here's an eye-catching salad that my mother makes for Christmas dinner each year. You can choose different flavors to make other color combinations for specific holidays or other gatherings. -Jan Hemness, Stockton, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4-1/2 cups boiling water, divided
7 packages (3 ounces each) assorted flavored gelatin
4-1/2 cups cold water, divided
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk, divided
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Optional: Sliced strawberries and kiwifruit

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, add 3/4 cup boiling water to 1 gelatin package; stir 2 minutes to completely dissolve. Stir in 3/4 cup cold water. Pour into a 3-qt. trifle or glass bowl. Refrigerate until set but not firm, about 40 minutes., In a clean bowl, dissolve another gelatin package into 1/2 cup boiling water. Stir in 1/2 cup cold water and 1/2 cup milk. Spoon over the first layer. Refrigerate until set but not firm., Repeat 5 times, alternating plain and creamy gelatin layers. Refrigerate each layer until set but not firm before adding the next layer. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Serve with whipped topping and, if desired, fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 3g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 85mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HEARTY EIGHT-LAYER SALAD



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I'm a 77-year-old great-grandmother and have been making this satisfying salad for years. It's my most requested recipe for family gatherings. It's simple to make ahead of time and looks lovely with all of its tasty layers. Dijon mustard gives a nice kick to the dressing. -Noreen Meyer, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-1/2 cups uncooked small pasta shells
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cups shredded lettuce
3 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
1 cup julienned hard salami
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas, thawed
DRESSING:
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
TOPPINGS:
1 cup shredded Colby or Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat. , Place the lettuce in a 2-1/2-qt. glass serving bowl; top with pasta and eggs. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer with ham, salami and peas. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions and mustard. Spread over the top. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. , Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417 calories, Fat 32g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right Jell-O flavors. The flavors you choose will determine the overall taste of your salad. Consider using a variety of flavors to create a complex and interesting dish.
  • Use fresh fruit. Fresh fruit will give your salad a brighter flavor and a more vibrant color. If you're using canned fruit, be sure to drain it well before adding it to the salad.
  • Don't overmix the salad. Overmixing will cause the salad to become too thick and dense. Stir the salad gently until the ingredients are just combined.
  • Chill the salad thoroughly before serving. This will help the salad to set properly and will also make it more refreshing.
  • Garnish the salad with whipped cream, chopped nuts, or fresh berries. This will add a touch of elegance and make the salad look more festive.

Conclusion:

Eight Layer Jello Salad is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. With its vibrant colors and variety of flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a fun and festive dessert, give Eight Layer Jello Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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