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Cheese Salad

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This classic Latin-American Cheese Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors. The combination of crushed pineapple, lemon-flavored gelatin, and cream cheese creates a unique texture that is both refreshing and satisfying. Often served as a side dish or light lunch, it&# 226;€™s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family gatherings. The addition of nuts, celery, and pimentos adds crunch and color, making it a visually appealing and tasty addition to any meal. Simple to prepare with common ingredients, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a favorite.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 285.5
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This classic Latin-American Cheese Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors. The combination of crushed pineapple, lemon-flavored gelatin, and cream cheese creates a unique texture that is both refreshing and satisfying. Often served as a side dish or light lunch, it&# 226;€™s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family gatherings. The addition of nuts, celery, and pimentos adds crunch and color, making it a visually appealing and tasty addition to any meal. Simple to prepare with common ingredients, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Crushed pineapple
  • 1 package Lemon flavored gelatin
  • 1 tablespoon Unflavored gelatin
  • 2 tablespoon Cold water
  • 6 oz Cream cheese
  • 1 cup Whipping cream
  • 6 pieces Marshmallows, quartered
  • 1 stalk Celery, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Chopped nuts
  • 1/4 cup Chopped pimento
Directions
  1. 1
    Drain the juice from the crushed pineapple and set the pineapple aside.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, combine the unflavored gelatin with cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
  3. 3
    In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon-flavored gelatin until fully dissolved.
  4. 4
    Add the softened unflavored gelatin mixture to the lemon gelatin and stir well to combine.
  5. 5
    Let the gelatin mixture cool slightly, then fold in the drained crushed pineapple, chopped celery, quartered marshmallows, chopped nuts, and chopped pimento.
  6. 6
    In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the whipped cream and beat until light and fluffy.
  7. 7
    Fold the whipped cream mixture into the gelatin and fruit mixture until well combined.
  8. 8
    Pour the salad into a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
  9. 9
    Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light lunch.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 285.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.7g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 72.4mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 31.2g11%
Dietary Fiber 3.4g14%
Sugars 24.0g
Protein 50.2g101%

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

Keywords: cheese, salad, pineapple, gelatin, lemon, latin-american, creamy, refreshing, side dish, potluck, picnic, fruit salad, cream cheese, pimento, nuts, celery, marshmallows, whipping cream
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