Mandarin Orange Gelatin Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 (3 oz.) packages of orange Jell-O gelatin mix
• 1 (12 oz.) can evaporated milk
• 1 (15 oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 (11 oz.) can crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup chopped celery

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

4 hours (refrigeration)

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the Jell-O gelatin mix and evaporated milk.
2. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the boiling water to the gelatin mixture and stir until dissolved.
3. Stir in the drained mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, walnuts, and celery.
4. Pour the mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish.
5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1/8 of the recipe

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 2g (1g saturated)
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 130mg
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy
• Refreshing and light
• Perfect for summer parties or gatherings

User Comments:

• "This salad is always a hit at our potlucks! It's so easy to make and everyone loves it."
• "The combination of mandarin oranges, pineapple, and walnuts is perfect."
• "I love that this salad is light and refreshing, but still satisfying."
• "The gelatin gives the salad a fun and jiggly texture."
• "I like to add a dollop of whipped cream or a maraschino cherry on top for a festive touch."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have evaporated milk on hand, you can substitute regular milk.
• Be sure to thoroughly drain the mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple to avoid diluting the gelatin mixture.
• If you don't have walnuts or celery, you can substitute other nuts or fruits, such as pecans, almonds, or grapes.
• To make a dairy-free version of this salad, use almond milk or coconut milk instead of evaporated milk.