Betty Culver'S Spicy Peach Salad
A delightful spicy peach salad featuring sweet peaches, cinnamon, cloves, and tangy vinegar, perfect as a refreshing side or light dessert for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain peaches and reserve the juice.
- Chill the drained peaches.
- Blend jello, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves together very well.
- Add 1 cup boiling water, 2 tablespoons vinegar, and the reserved peach juice to the blended mixture.
- Refrigerate the mixture, stirring occasionally, to keep spices off the bottom.
- Once the mixture starts to thicken, add the drained peaches.
- Chill until the salad is firm and ready to serve.
Tips & Substitutions
For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the jello mixture. If you don't have peach jello, orange or even cherry jello can work as a substitute. Ensure the peach slices are well-drained to prevent excess moisture, which could affect the salad's texture. This salad can also be enhanced with chopped nuts for added crunch.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Spicy Peach Salad as a refreshing side dish at summer barbecues or picnics. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as a complement to a light green salad. For a delightful treat, consider serving it alongside Aunt Ruth's Excellent Cole Slaw for a colorful and flavorful meal.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. It’s best served cold, so there’s no need to reheat. If the salad separates slightly, simply give it a gentle stir before serving again to recombine the ingredients.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Betty Culver'S Spicy Peach Salad contains roughly 191 calories, with 2g protein, 41g carbohydrates, and 3g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (33% of the Daily Value) and iron (22% of the Daily Value), and a good source of calcium. It also contributes 9g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh peaches instead of canned?
Yes, fresh peaches can be used instead of canned, but you'll need to peel and slice them. Make sure they are ripe for the best flavor. You may also want to add a bit of sugar to balance the tartness of fresh peaches.
How long does this salad need to chill?
The salad should chill for at least 2-3 hours to allow it to set properly. If you can, prepare it the night before to let the flavors meld and ensure it’s perfectly firm when ready to serve.
Can I make this salad vegan?
Yes, this recipe can easily be made vegan by using a plant-based gelatin alternative instead of jello, as traditional jello contains gelatin derived from animal products. Just ensure you follow the package instructions for the vegan option.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).