Molded Peach Salad
A vibrant molded peach salad combining fruity flavors with tangy sour cream, perfect for light summer gatherings or brunches, offering a colorful and refreshing dessert experience.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine orange jello and sugar in a bowl; stir in 2 cups orange juice and lemon peel.
- Heat until jello is well dissolved.
- Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- Stir in buttermilk.
- Chill until partially set; fold in crushed pineapple, chopped peaches, blueberries.
- Pour into a 6 1/2 cup mold and chill until firm.
- In a separate bowl, combine sour cream and 1/4 cup orange juice. Cover and keep chilled.
- Unmold salad onto a plate of lettuce at serving time.
- Serve with sour cream dressing if desired.
Tips & Substitutions
For a vibrant flavor, consider using fresh orange juice instead of store-bought. You can substitute the buttermilk with plain yogurt for a creamier texture. If peaches are out of season, canned peaches can work well. To enhance the salad's sweetness, add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired. Ensure the jello is completely dissolved before adding buttermilk for the best texture.
Serving Suggestions
This Molded Peach Salad is perfect as a light dessert or a refreshing side dish at summer gatherings. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats or a light salad. Serve it alongside dishes like Durkee Green Bean Casserole for a balanced meal. Garnish with fresh mint or additional berries for an appealing presentation.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To maintain the salad's texture, avoid freezing it, as freezing can change the consistency of the jello and fruit. If you have leftover sour cream dressing, keep it separate and refrigerated; it should last up to a week.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Molded Peach Salad contains roughly 159 calories, with 3g protein, 39g carbohydrates, and 1g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (80% of the Daily Value) and dietary fiber (23% of the Daily Value). It also contributes 6g 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 other fruits in this salad?
Absolutely! Feel free to substitute the peaches and blueberries with other fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or even diced apples. Just make sure to adjust the sweetness according to the fruits you choose.
What can I use instead of orange jello?
If you prefer a different flavor, you can use lemon or peach jello as alternatives. Keep in mind that the overall flavor profile of the salad will change, but it can still be delicious with these substitutions.
Is this recipe suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes, this Molded Peach Salad is suitable for vegetarian diets as it contains no meat or meat-derived ingredients. However, always check the jello brand to ensure there are no animal-derived additives if strict vegetarianism is a concern.
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).