Grandma’s Lime Green Jello Salad Recipe
Take a nostalgic trip back to Grandma’s kitchen with this refreshing Lime Green Jello Salad — a creamy, fruity, and crunchy classic made with crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, and chopped walnuts, perfect for any family gathering or sweet treat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained, reserve juice
- 1 cup water
- 2 packages lime Jello 3 oz each
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- In a large measuring cup, combine the reserved pineapple juice with enough water to make 2 cups. Pour into a pot and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the lime Jello mixes to the boiling pineapple juice and water, stirring until dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, blend the mayo and evaporated milk until smooth. Slowly mix in the Jello mixture until well combined with the mayo and milk. Add the crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, and walnuts, stirring to combine.
- Pour the mixture into an 8x8" glass casserole dish. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
Notes
Notes:
For a refreshing and creamy salad, let it chill overnight to enhance the flavors.