Orange Salad
📜 Collection: John B. Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Salads A classic, creamy orange gelatin salad featuring mandarin oranges and a fluffy marshmallow dressing. This retro side dish is perfect for potlucks and holiday gatherings.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 0 mins | 2 hours | 15 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Salad Base
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3 boxes | Orange Jello | dry |
| 2 cups | Boiling Water | hot |
| 2 cups | Orange Juice | canned |
| 2 tbsp | Lemon Juice | fresh |
| 2 cans | Mandarin Oranges | drained |
| 1 pkg | Orange Sherbet | softened |
Dressing
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 3oz pkg | Cream Cheese | softened |
| 1 cup | Whip Cream | whipped |
| 1 cup | Marshmallows | cut into pieces |
Instructions
Step 1: Gelatin Base
- Dissolve 3 boxes orange jello in 2 cups boiling water.
- Stir in 2 cups orange juice and 2 tbsp lemon juice.
- Add 2 cans drained mandarin oranges and 1 pkg orange sherbet, stirring until the sherbet is melted and incorporated.
Step 2: Dressing and Setting
- In a separate bowl, whip together 1 3oz pkg cream cheese and 1 cup whip cream until smooth.
- Fold in 1 cup cut marshmallows.
- Combine the dressing with the gelatin mixture, then let stand for 1 hour until thickened and set.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This salad can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and kept refrigerated until ready to serve.
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