Coronado Salad Ring

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A retro-inspired molded salad combining sweet lime gelatin, tart cottage cheese, and crunchy walnuts
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Coronado Salad Ring

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 4.2

Description

This nostalgic Coronado Salad Ring is a classic mid-century appetizer that balances sweet, tart, and creamy textures. The dish features a vibrant lime gelatin base folded with small-curd cottage cheese, crushed pineapple, and toasted walnuts. A layer of savory horseradish-infused mayonnaise adds a tangy kick, while a center filling of fresh strawberries provides a bright, juicy contrast. It is an ideal make-ahead dish for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or as a unique side to light summer meals. The combination of flavors is surprisingly refreshing, offering a playful twist on traditional savory salads.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Dissolve the lime jello and lemon jello packages in 2 cups of hot water until completely clear.
  2. Stir in the small-curd cottage cheese, well-drained crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts into the gelatin mixture.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the pastry cream (or heavy cream), mayonnaise, and horseradish until smooth.
  4. Lightly grease a ring mold or bundt pan with oil or cooking spray.
  5. Pour half of the lime gelatin mixture into the bottom of the mold.
  6. Spread the mayonnaise-horseradish mixture evenly over the gelatin layer.
  7. Pour the remaining lime gelatin mixture on top to cover the mayonnaise layer.
  8. Refrigerate the mold for at least 4 hours or overnight until completely firm.
  9. To serve, dip the bottom of the mold in warm water for a few seconds, then invert onto a serving platter.
  10. Fill the center of the ring with fresh strawberries before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 4.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 5.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 1.1g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 1.0g
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: salad ring, jello salad, cottage cheese, lime gelatin, retro recipe, make ahead, potluck, walnuts, pineapple, mayonnaise, horseradish, molded salad, vintage, appetizer, strawberries
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