Best 5 Lime Jello Salad Aka The Green Stuff Recipes
Lime jello salad, often referred to as "the green stuff," has been a beloved dessert staple at potlucks, family gatherings, and church socials for generations. This classic retro salad, with its vibrant green hue and refreshing citrus flavor, has stood the test of time and continues to delight people of all ages. Whether you are a seasoned home cook looking to add a nostalgic touch to your dessert table or a beginner seeking an easy and crowd-pleasing recipe, this guide will take you on a journey to discover the best lime jello salad recipes that are sure to become family favorites.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRANDMA'S LIME GREEN JELLO SALAD RECIPE (WITH COTTAGE CHEESE & PINEAPPLE)
Grandma's Lime Green Jello Salad Recipe (with Cottage Cheese & Pineapple) is a retro lime jello salad that my husband's grandma made for many holiday meals. To continue with the tradition, I make this every Thanksgiving.
Provided by Brandie Valenzuela
Categories Salad
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large multi-cup measuring cup (I use my 4 cup Pyrex), add all of the reserved pineapple juice and then add enough water to the juice to make a total of 2 cups. Pour into pot and bring just to a boil.
- Add the lime Jell-o mixes to the boiling pineapple juice/water and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat, allow to cool just slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the mayo and evaporated milk. Combine until very smooth. Slowly stir in the Jell-o mixture until all is incorporated with the mayo/milk mixture. Stir in the crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, and walnuts.
- Pour mixture into an 8×8″ glass casserole pan. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight (preferred).
LIME GELATIN SALAD I
This is a great recipe my mom got from my aunt. She has made it every year for Thanksgiving. It is a family tradition for us. It can be made a day or two ahead of time, if you like. It looks just beautiful in a cut crystal bowl. Thanksgiving is not the same without it for us! We just 'gobble' it up! Chopped walnuts can be substituted for chopped pecans.
Provided by SHECOOKS2
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Time 4h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, pour 1 cup boiling water over the gelatin mix. Stir until dissolved, then stir in 1/2 cup pineapple juice. Refrigerate until thickened but not set, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, place crushed pineapple and remaining juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, blend softened cream cheese and lime gelatin until smooth. Mix in the cooled pineapple. In a medium bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form. Fold into gelatin mixture. Fold in chopped nuts. Pour into a pretty crystal bowl, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 161.3 mg, Sugar 23.1 g
GREEN STUFF (LIME JELLO, CREAM CHEESE, PINEAPPLE, COOL WHIP)
This recipe has been in our family forever. It can be made in many different variations. Cottage cheese instead of or in addition to cream cheese. Crushed pears or mandarin oranges in place of pineapple. The amount of ingredients seem to not matter much because I often forget how much jello or cream cheese, etc to use but it always tastes great. The only word of caution is NEVER use fresh pineapple in jello because it will not gel.
Provided by Dianna DeCicco
Categories Dessert
Time 4h10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Dissolve jello in hot water. If in a hurry add ice cubes to set a litte faster.
- Mix cream cheese and pineapple in large bowl.
- Add jello.
- Beat until blended.
- Add Cool Whip or any whipped topping and beat for 2 minutes or well blended.
- Pour into large glass pan or bowl and chill at least four hours. I've been known to use the freezer when in a hurry and it works out fine.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 182, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 27.8, Protein 3.6
LIME JELLO SALAD - AKA 'THE GREEN STUFF'
My step-mom first served this salad and it has become a family tradition since. I always make it for holiday dinners and one year I decided to try new things as I was a little tired and bored with the regulars. I didn't make this one year, and my grown son told me that I should not mess with tradition - this salad WAS the holidays. My kids all call this 'the green stuff'. ZWT West (Hawaiian pineapple).
Provided by lazyme
Categories Gelatin
Time 6h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the marshmallows in milk in medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently.
- Pour the milk and marshmallow mixture over lime jello in a large bowl. Stir until dissolved. Stir in cream cheese with beater. Add undrained pineapple. Mix well.
- Cool in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
- Blend mayonnaise and cool whip into the jello mixture.
LIME JELLO SALAD
Steps:
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Remove from heat and quickly mix in the jello and pudding mix.
- Pour into a glass dish and add pineapple evenly throughout. I have used various sizes of glass dishes, they all work.
- Cover and place in the fridge for at least four hours.
- Remove from fridge and move the jello to a large bowl - mash around until it's broken up.
- Mix in Cool Whip and coconut flakes.
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh limes: Fresh limes provide the best flavor to the jello salad. If you don't have fresh limes, you can use bottled lime juice, but it will not have the same flavor.
- Dissolve the gelatin completely: Before adding the gelatin to the other ingredients, make sure it is completely dissolved. This will help to prevent lumps in the jello salad.
- Chill the jello salad for at least 4 hours: This will give the jello salad time to set properly. You can also chill it overnight for a firmer texture.
- Serve the jello salad chilled: Jello salad is best served chilled. You can serve it on its own or with whipped cream, fruit, or nuts.
Conclusion:
Lime jello salad is a refreshing and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its bright green color and tangy flavor, lime jello salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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