Description
A light and refreshing Mandarin Orange Salad combining creamy Cool Whip and sour cream with sweet orange gelatin, juicy mandarin oranges, and mini marshmallows for a delightful, easy-to-make dessert or side dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 10 ounces Cool Whip, thawed (1 container)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 ounces orange-flavored gelatin (1 package)
- 15 ounces mandarin oranges, well drained (1 can)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Mix Cream Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed Cool Whip and sour cream, stirring until smooth and well blended.
- Add Gelatin: Gradually stir in the orange-flavored gelatin powder until fully incorporated and evenly mixed.
- Fold in Oranges and Marshmallows: Gently fold the well-drained mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows into the creamy mixture to avoid breaking the fruit.
- Chill: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or airtight container, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 48 hours to allow flavors to meld and the gelatin to set.
- Serve: Stir the salad well before serving to redistribute ingredients and enhance texture.
Notes
- Leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator, tightly covered, and consumed within 2 days for best freshness.
- You can substitute the mandarin oranges with fresh orange segments if desired, adjusting draining accordingly.
- Use a whisk to gently blend the Cool Whip and sour cream for a smoother texture.
- Mini marshmallows add sweetness and bite; feel free to reduce or omit them if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
