Jellied Vegetable Salad
A colorful, refreshing jellied vegetable salad featuring crisp carrots, cabbage, and celery in a tangy lemon-flavored gelatin, perfect for light, chilled appetites and gatherings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Pour boiling water over the lemon Jell-O in a bowl.
- Add vinegar and salt to the gelatin and stir until dissolved.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly until it begins to thicken.
- Finely shred the carrots, cabbage, and celery.
- Fold the shredded vegetables into the slightly thickened gelatin mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a mold or serving dish and refrigerate until firm.
- Serve on a lettuce leaf with your favorite dressing.
Tips & Substitutions
For a vibrant and flavorful Jellied Vegetable Salad, use fresh, crunchy vegetables. If you want to experiment, feel free to substitute the carrots, cabbage, and celery with other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers. To enhance the flavor, consider adding herbs like dill or parsley. Ensure the Jell-O mixture is not too hot when adding veggies to keep them crisp.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Jellied Vegetable Salad on a bed of fresh lettuce leaves for an appealing presentation. It pairs well with light dressings like vinaigrette or yogurt-based sauces. This salad makes a great side dish for barbecues or picnics, and complements dishes like Barbecued Spare Or Short Ribs perfectly.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If the salad starts to lose its firmness, you can re-chill it in the fridge for a couple of hours. Avoid freezing, as the texture may change upon thawing.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Jellied Vegetable Salad contains roughly 158 calories, with 3g protein, 30g carbohydrates, and 1g fat. It is a good source of vitamin A (17% of the Daily Value), vitamin C (15% of the Daily Value), and iron (11% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1977mg per serving (86% of the Daily Value).
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 a different flavor of Jell-O?
Yes, you can experiment with different flavors of Jell-O to match your preference or the season. Berry flavors like raspberry or strawberry can add a fun twist to the salad, but remember that the overall taste will change accordingly.
How long does it take for the salad to set?
Typically, the Jellied Vegetable Salad will take about 4 hours to set in the refrigerator. To ensure it's fully firm, it's best to prepare it a day in advance, allowing it to chill overnight.
Is this salad suitable for vegan diets?
The recipe as it stands includes gelatin, which is not vegan. However, you can easily substitute the gelatin with agar-agar or a similar plant-based gelling agent to create a vegan version of this salad.
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).