Grandma's Lime Green Jello Salad
A classic, colorful salad featuring lime Jello, cottage cheese, and pineapple, perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained Ensure to drain well to avoid excess liquid.
- 1 cup water
- 2 packages (3 oz each) lime Jello
- 1 cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- 1 cup evaporated milk Can substitute with regular cream for a richer taste.
- 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
- 1 cup chopped walnuts Can substitute with pecans or omit for a nut-free version.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine the reserved pineapple juice and enough water to make 1 cup of liquid. Bring it to a boil.
- Remove from heat and dissolve the lime Jello in the hot mixture.
- Allow it to cool until it's thickened slightly.
- Stir in the mayonnaise, evaporated milk, cottage cheese, and crushed pineapple.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour into a mold or serving dish and refrigerate until set.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
Store any leftover Jello salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. The texture may change slightly but flavors will remain delicious. For a tropical twist, add shredded coconut or diced mango. You may also try different Jello flavors.