Orange Cheese Salad

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

Orange Cheese Salad offers a delightful combination of tangy citrus flavor, creamy texture, and crunchy nuts. This light, refreshing dish is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a unique dessert that appeals to both fruit and cheese lovers looking for a sweet-savory treat.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (3 oz.) orange jello
  • 1/2 cup sharp grated cheese
  • 2/3 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup frozen whipped topping

Instructions

  1. Bring the crushed pineapple, sugar, and water to a boil.
  2. Dissolve the orange jello into the hot mixture.
  3. Cool in the refrigerator until it reaches the consistency of egg whites.
  4. Add the grated sharp cheese and chopped pecans to the mixture.
  5. Fold in the frozen whipped topping.
  6. Pour into a bowl or mold and refrigerate until set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

314 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.8g 16% DV
Total Fat 22.8g 29% DV
Carbs 23.9g 9% DV
Fiber 3.8g 14% DV
Sugar 6.9g 14% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 357.3mg 16% DV
Potassium 277.3mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 13mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 41.8mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 11.2mg 12% DV
Calcium 197mg 15% DV
Iron 1mg 5% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal
Contains Milk Tree nuts

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).

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