Orange Jell-O Salad with Cottage Cheese

slice of a fluffy gelatin salad with pieces of mandarin oranges inside and on top.

Orange Jell-O Salad with Cottage Cheese

Published by Kate

This classic gelatin salad features mandarin oranges, pineapple, and cottage cheese in a fluffy, fruity dressing.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Refrigeration time 2

Total Time 2 10

Course Dessert, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 182 kcal

Ingredients

16 oz cottage cheese
1 package (3 oz) orange Jell-O
1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip (or one cup heavy cream, whipped)
½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions

Place the 16 oz cottage cheese and 1 package (3 oz) orange Jell-O in a large bowl. Mix to combine.
Add the 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained, 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, drained, and 1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip . Fold to combine. Add the ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, if using.
Place in a serving bowl or in a 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch dish. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until ready to serve. You can cut it into slices or serve straight from a serving bowl.

Notes

You can make this with lime gelatin instead of the orange gelatin. You may want to substitute 1 cup of mini marshmallows for the mandarin oranges if you go that route.

This will keep in the fridge for 4–5 days. Keep it tightly covered. You can make it at least 1–2 days before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 182kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 222mgPotassium: 188mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 424IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 0.2mg

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