Lime Nut Jello Salad

Prep: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Lime Nut Jello Salad is a vibrant, tangy dessert that combines the refreshing flavors of lime with crunchy nuts and creamy whipped topping. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and citrus zest, appealing to both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 small pkg. lime jello
  • 2 c. boiling water
  • 1 (No. 2) can crushed pineapple, do not drain
  • 1 c. finely chopped celery
  • 3/4 c. finely chopped carrots
  • 1/4 c. chopped nuts
  • 1 pkg. Dream whip
  • 1 large pkg. Philadelphia cream cheese

Instructions

  1. Mix the lime jello with boiling water and chill until slightly thickened.
  2. Beat the Dream Whip and Philadelphia cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the crushed pineapple, chopped celery, chopped carrots, and chopped nuts (if using) to the jello mixture.
  4. Fold in the whipped cream and cream cheese mixture until well combined.
  5. Pour into a 9 x 13-inch pan or mold.
  6. Refrigerate until the salad is fully jelled and set before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

254 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.8g 10% DV
Total Fat 8.4g 11% DV
Carbs 42.9g 16% DV
Fiber 6.9g 25% DV
Sugar 10.4g 21% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 168.5mg 7% DV
Potassium 927mg 20% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 863.3mcg 96% DV
Vitamin C 7mg 8% DV
Calcium 80mg 6% DV
Iron 1.7mg 10% DV

* % 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).

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