Orange Gelatin Salad

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This is an easy orange Jell-O recipe that people always ask for. A simple, delicious spin on fruit salad.

Submitted by Susie Williams
Updated on March 7, 2023
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
7
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 7 servings

  • 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained

  • 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained

  • 1 (6 ounce) package orange flavored Jell-O® mix

  • 16 ounces cottage cheese

  • 8 ounces frozen whipped topping, thawed

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Combine oranges, pineapple, and gelatin mix in a mixing bowl. Mix well and chill for 30 minutes.

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  3. Add cottage cheese to the fruit mixture; stir to combine.

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  4. Gently fold in whipped topping; chill and serve.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

289 Calories
8g Fat
41g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 7
Calories 289
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 11%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 350mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 35g
Protein 10g 21%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 43mg 3%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 93mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.