CITRUS GELATIN SALAD

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With its sunny color and refreshing citrus flavor, this pretty salad is perfect for summer get-togethers. "This is the only gelatin salad my husband really likes," says Cynthia Norris of Winnetka, California.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 cup sugar
1-3/4 cups boiling water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 drop yellow food coloring, optional
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
1/2 cup sliced firm banana
1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
TOPPING:
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
2/3 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1-1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine gelatin and cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Add sugar and boiling water; stir until sugar and gelatin are dissolved. Stir in lemon juice and food coloring if desired; set aside. Layer pineapple, banana and marshmallows in a 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Pour gelatin mixture over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., In a saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in juices until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Transfer to a bowl; add whipped topping. Beat until blended. Spread over gelatin layer. Cover and chill for 1 hour or until serving. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Melvin Bingham
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat fruit.


Jason Ryan
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I made this salad for a picnic, and it was perfect. It's easy to transport, and it held up well in the heat.


Neriah Crawford
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This salad is perfect for a baby shower or other special occasion.


Joe
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I added some fresh mint to this salad, and it was delicious!


Lee Robbins
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover citrus fruits.


Halima musa
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I'm not a big fan of gelatin salads, but this one is an exception. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Md Meraj Islam
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I love the combination of citrus flavors.


Dua'Raya Hennings
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Alishba Asad
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This is a great salad for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the citrus flavors really shine through.


Biz App
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit at parties.


Rhonda Scates
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This citrus gelatin salad was a hit at my last party! It was so refreshing, and the orange flavor was amazing. I also loved the addition of the grapes and pineapple. It was the perfect combination of sweet and tangy.