Orange Jello Salad

Brighten up your table with this refreshing and nostalgic Orange Jello Salad—a creamy, citrusy delight that's perfect for potlucks, picnics, and holiday gatherings. This no-cook, crowd-pleasing recipe combines tangy orange-flavored gelatin with creamy cottage cheese, sweet mandarin oranges, and juicy crushed pineapple for a medley of flavors and textures that's as satisfying as it is easy to make. Finished with a light and airy whipped topping, this retro-inspired dessert salad is a vibrant burst of sunshine in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and requiring only a handful of pantry-friendly ingredients, it's a quick and effortless dish that’s guaranteed to please. Serve it chilled for the ultimate creamy, fruity treat! Keywords: Orange Jello Salad, creamy fruit salad, easy dessert, retro recipes, no-bake desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 ounces orange-flavored gelatin mix (Jello)
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 cup cold water
• 16 ounces cottage cheese
• 8 ounces crushed pineapple (canned, drained)
• 15 ounces mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
• 8 ounces whipped topping (thawed, e.g., Cool Whip)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the orange-flavored gelatin mix in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir well until fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add 1 cup of cold water to the gelatin mixture and stir to combine. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and let it cool partially for about 20-30 minutes, or until the mixture thickens to a syrup-like consistency (not fully set).

Step 3

While the gelatin is chilling, prepare the other ingredients. Drain the crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges thoroughly to remove excess liquid.

Step 4

In a separate large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, drained crushed pineapple, and mandarin oranges. Stir gently to ensure everything is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Once the gelatin mixture has thickened but is not fully set, fold it into the cottage cheese mixture. Mix gently to combine.

Step 6

Fold in the thawed whipped topping, stirring gently until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or individual serving bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy your creamy, citrusy Orange Jello Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2213.5 grams (2213.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1918

Total Fat 45.90g	59%
Saturated Fat 39.10g	196%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 41mg	14%
Sodium 1525mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 338.00g	123%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 288.90g
Protein 51.20g	102%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 330mg	25%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 985mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.0%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 68.6%