Best 3 Sunshine Nut Congealed Salad Recipes

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Sunshine Nut Congealed Salad is a classic Southern dish that is often served at potlucks and gatherings. It is a sweet and refreshing salad that is made with mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, nuts, and marshmallows. The salad is congealed with unflavored gelatin and served chilled. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CONGEAL SALAD



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This is a dessert that my family has been making for years.

Provided by Laurel

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

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (6 ounce) package fruit flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
32 ounces large curd cottage cheese
1 (15.25 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments
1 apple - peeled, cored and diced
1 banana, peeled and sliced
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Prepare gelatin according to package directions, substituting 1 cup cold water with 1 cup crushed ice. Place gelatin into freezer until almost congealed.
  • Place cream cheese in a bowl and beat until smooth. Fold cream cheese into gelatin. Add cottage cheese, fruit cocktail, pineapple, oranges, apples, banana, cherries and walnuts. Mix well.
  • Pour into mold or dish and refrigerate until completely set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.2 calories, Carbohydrate 62.4 g, Cholesterol 42.3 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 530.7 mg, Sugar 18.2 g

LIME-PINEAPPLE CONGEALED SALAD



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I got this recipe from the Cooks.com website & tweaked it a little. It's the best one I've tried, and I didn't find one exactly like it here. I used sugar-free jello and 2 cups Cool Whip when I made it.

Provided by CaramelPie

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (3 ounce) box lime gelatin
1 1/4 cups boiling water
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 cup Cool Whip or 1 cup whipped cream
8 ounces crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Pour boiling water over gelatin; stir until dissolved. Put in refrigerator while following next steps.
  • Whip cream cheese and mayonnaise together with electric mixer until fluffy.
  • Add Cool Whip.
  • When gelatin begins to set, add pineapple and nuts.
  • Fold cream cheese mixture into gelatin.
  • Pour into a 9"x9" dish or pan.
  • Refrigerate and let completely congeal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 32.1, Sodium 191.5, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 15.9, Protein 4

SUNSHINE SALAD



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This is a really good Jello Salad! This is a recipe out of our family cookbook that my cousin Vicki put together as a labor of love for her mom (dad's sister) for her 71st birthday in 1997. (Times are approximate, as I haven't timed how long this takes to make).

Provided by Teresa M

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (3 ounce) boxes orange Jell-O
4 cups water
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple
3 bananas, sliced and sprinkled w/
lemon juice
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 egg, well-beaten
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
Cool Whip
flaked coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set aside.
  • Dissolve Jello in 2 c hot water.
  • Add 2 c cold water.
  • Pour into 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • When almost congealed, add one can of drained crushed pineapple.
  • Add sliced bananas and miniature marshmallows; chill.
  • In small saucepan, cook pineapple juice with 1/2 c sugar, 1 T cornstarch, and well-beaten egg.
  • Cook until thick enough to spread; cool.
  • Then add cream cheese and whip together.
  • Spread on congealed Jello.
  • Top with Cool Whip.
  • Sprinkled with flaked coconut if desired.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of nuts for added texture and flavor. Try using a combination of chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds, and cashews.
  • For a sweeter salad, use pineapple chunks instead of mandarin oranges.
  • If you don't have any maraschino cherries, you can use dried cranberries or raisins instead.
  • Serve the salad chilled for a refreshing summer side dish.

Conclusion:

Sunshine Nut Congealed Salad is a classic Southern side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet and tangy dressing, crunchy nuts, and colorful fruit, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or gathering.

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