Reviving your culinary repertoire with a delightful fruit-packed gelatin salad is an excellent way to add color, texture, and refreshing tastes to your meals. Gelatin salads have long been a staple in kitchens across the globe due to their ease of preparation and endless flavor combinations. We'll explore some of the best recipes that showcase the vibrant flavors of fresh fruits paired with the delicate texture of gelatin, transforming them into stunning centerpieces or side dishes for any occasion.
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FRUITED GELATIN SALAD
I've found this salad to be perfect for potlucks and special occasions. It cuts nicely into squares and can be served on lettuce leaves if you like. -Norma Warner, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in the juices, apricots and pineapple. Transfer to a 13x9-in. dish coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until partially set. Sprinkle with marshmallows; refrigerate., For topping, combine sugar and flour in a saucepan. Gradually whisk in juices. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Removed from the heat. Stir a small amount into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until a thermometer reads 160° and mixture is thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Cool to room temperature., In a small bowl, beat cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into custard. Spread over gelatin; sprinkle with cheese. Refrigerate 1 hour or until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GRANDMA'S GELATIN FRUIT SALAD
Whenever I invite my big family for dinner, my grandchildren request this favorite fruit salad. My sons have always liked it, too - maybe the taste runs in our family! This salad is also good for potluck gatherings.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 1 cup water and lemon gelatin. Add 1 cup ice cubes, stirring until melted. Stir in pineapple. Pour into a 13x9-in. dish coated with cooking spray; refrigerate until set but not firm., Repeat with the orange gelatin, remaining water and ice. Stir in marshmallows. Pour over lemon layer; refrigerate until firm. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat., Stir a small amount of hot filling into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat; stir in butter. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled., Arrange bananas over gelatin. Stir whipped topping into dressing. Spread over bananas. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 64mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GELATIN FRUIT SALAD
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring the applesauce to a boil; remove from the heat., Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Slowly add ginger ale and pineapple. Pour into a 2-qt. serving bowl. Chill until set. Garnish with apples and mint if desired.
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MOM'S GELATIN FRUIT SALAD
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 1 minute. Heat and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in sugar, orange juice and lemon juice; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until sugar is dissolved., Transfer to a bowl; refrigerate, covered, until slightly thickened, about 1-1/2 hours. Fold in fruit. Pour into a 6-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray or a 2-qt. serving bowl. Refrigerate until firm. If using a ring mold, unmold onto a serving plate.
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CREAMY 'N' FRUITY GELATIN SALAD
I CAN remember looking forward to eating this pretty salad when I was a child. It has all the ingredients a child would like. My Grandmother served it during the holidays and on other special occasions and my Mother did the same.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add sherbet; stir until smooth. Stir in the oranges, pineapple and marshmallows. Fold in whipped cream. , Pour into a 6-cup serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
WHITE GELATIN SALAD WITH FRUIT TOPPING
This is a very versatile salad that can be used in a jello mold, put into a springform pan with a graham cracker crust, served in a 9X13" pan or used to fill individual ramekins. My mother has made this recipe for nearly every holiday dinner at the request (more like demand) of my daughter! The fruit topping is just a canned fruit filling that would typically be used as pie filling. Any flavor will work well. Cooking time is chiilling time to ensure a good set. Enjoy!
Provided by lynettejs
Categories Gelatin
Time 8h10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Dissolve gelatin in 1 cup cold water. Set aside.
- Mix sugar into boiling water, stirring until dissolved.
- Add gelatin mixture to sugar water.
- Add sour cream and mix until lumps have disappeared.
- Fold in Cool Whip.
- Pour into mold or dish. (May lightly grease mold with mayo. This will not affect the flavor at the end.).
- Chill overnight.
- Serve with pie filling as topping or in center of round mold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.6, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 31.1, Sodium 60.1, Carbohydrate 45.8, Sugar 46, Protein 3.1
FRUIT-NUT GELATIN SALAD
I have made this many times. An old-fashioned molded gelatin salad with the unusual and tasty combination of orange gelatin, pineapple, cream cheese, pimento, celery, walnuts, etc. This particular recipe doesn't call for marshmallows, but you could always add some if you like.
Provided by Patty
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, heat pineapple and juice over medium heat until boiling. Add gelatin and stir to dissolve. Remove from heat and refrigerate until partially set.
- In a small bowl, blend the pimento into the softened cream cheese. Mix the gelatin mixture and cream cheese together, and then fold in the whipped cream, nuts and celery. Pour into a 1 1/2 quart mold and chill until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 69.9 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 129.8 mg, Sugar 28.3 g
SEVEN LAYER GELATIN SALAD
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
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
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and cut your fruit, and measure out your other ingredients before you start assembling your salad. This will help you save time and ensure that your salad is evenly mixed.
- Use fresh, ripe fruit: The fresher your fruit is, the better your salad will taste. If your fruit is not ripe, it will be tart and not as sweet.
- Don't overmix the salad: Once you've combined all of your ingredients, gently stir the salad until everything is evenly mixed. Overmixing can cause the fruit to break down and make the salad mushy.
- Chill the salad before serving: Gelatin salad is best served chilled. This will help the gelatin to set and give the salad a refreshing taste.
- Garnish the salad before serving: Add a few fresh berries, mint leaves, or a sprinkle of chopped nuts to your salad before serving. This will make your salad look more appealing and taste even better.
Conclusion:
Fruit-packed gelatin salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and sweet flavors, fruit-packed gelatin salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try!
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