Congealed Carrot Salad
A colorful and refreshing layered salad featuring the tangy flavor of lemon Jell-O, sweet pineapple, crunchy carrots, sharp Cheddar cheese, and optional pecans. This chilled dish is perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a light appetizer that appeals to both sweet and savory tastes.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Dissolve the lemon flavored Jell-O in boiling water.
- Drain the crushed pineapple and reserve the juice; add water to the juice to make 2 cups, then stir into the Jell-O mixture.
- Chill until the mixture reaches the consistency of unbeaten egg whites.
- Stir in the drained pineapple, shredded carrots, shredded Cheddar cheese, and chopped pecans if using.
- Pour into a lightly oiled 6-cup mold.
- Cover and chill until the Jell-O is firm.
- Unmold onto lettuce leaves if desired before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
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).
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).