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Cherry Cola Salad – Diet

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This diet-friendly cherry cola salad offers a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors without the sugar. The combination of pitted tart cherries, crisp celery, and sugar-free cherry gelatin creates a unique texture that is both refreshing and satisfying. A splash of very cold diet cola adds a subtle spice and fizz that elevates the dish. It&# 226;€™s perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light, diabetic-friendly dessert. Easy to prepare and packed with classic picnic vibes, this salad is a nostalgic treat that fits seamlessly into a healthy lifestyle.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 18
Calories: 1556.0
Dietary: Diabetic, Gluten-free
Description
This diet-friendly cherry cola salad offers a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors without the sugar. The combination of pitted tart cherries, crisp celery, and sugar-free cherry gelatin creates a unique texture that is both refreshing and satisfying. A splash of very cold diet cola adds a subtle spice and fizz that elevates the dish. It&# 226;€™s perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or as a light, diabetic-friendly dessert. Easy to prepare and packed with classic picnic vibes, this salad is a nostalgic treat that fits seamlessly into a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
  • 1 cans Oz. unsweetened red,
  • 1 cans 20 oz. - unsweetened
Directions
  1. 1
    Drain the can of unsweetened tart cherries, reserving the juice.
  2. 2
    Place the drained cherries in a small bowl and sprinkle with Equal sugar substitute.
  3. 3
    In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  4. 4
    Remove from heat and stir in the cherry gelatin until fully dissolved.
  5. 5
    Transfer the gelatin mixture to a large mixing bowl.
  6. 6
    Combine the reserved cherry juice and pineapple juice in a measuring cup.
  7. 7
    Add enough cold water to the fruit juices to equal 2 cups of liquid.
  8. 8
    Stir the fruit juice mixture into the gelatin.
  9. 9
    Allow the mixture to cool for 30 minutes to 1 hour until it begins to thicken slightly.
  10. 10
    Fold in the finely chopped celery and pitted cherries.
  11. 11
    Pour the mixture into a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 3 hours until set.
  12. 12
    Just before serving, garnish with finely chopped pecans if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 18

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1556.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 400.0g134%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 400.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

* 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: cherry, cola, salad, gelatin, diet, sugar-free, diabetic, low-calorie, picnic, summer, dessert, refreshing, easy, no-bake, cherries, celery, pecans, side-dish
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