Molded Strawberry Salad

Name: Molded Strawberry Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Recipes, Comfort Food Salad Recipes, Comfort Food Vegetarian Recipes
Ingredients: 1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin; 1-1/2 cups boiling water; 1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed; 1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple; 1 cup sour cream; Leaf lettuce and fresh strawberries, optional

This refreshing salad has two layers - a pretty pink bottom that includes sour cream, and a ruby red top with strawberries and pineapple. For years, Mom has included this salad in meals she prepares for our family. -Gloria Grant, Sterling, Illinois

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Ingredients

1 package (6 ounces) strawberry gelatin
1-1/2 cups boiling water
1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
1 cup sour cream
Leaf lettuce and fresh strawberries, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Add strawberries and pineapple. Strain, reserving liquid and fruit. Set aside 1 cup of the liquid at room temperature.
Pour fruit and remaining liquid into a 5-cup ring mold or 9-in. square pan that has been coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 1 hour.
Whisk sour cream and reserved liquid; pour over top of gelatin. Cover and refrigerate until set.
Cut into squares and place on individual plates; or unmold onto a serving platter. Garnish with lettuce and strawberries if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 182 calories, 5g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 64mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

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sarahjc78

Apr 7, 2015

I really liked this. My husband does not like jello salads and liked this one. So it was a win.
manga

Feb 28, 2015

This jello salad is very good. It's festive for the holidays. I also added 2 bananas, sliced thin in with the pineapple and strawberries..
mommawithfour

Nov 21, 2012

this salad is super yummy! it is not overly sweet like some jello salads. every-time I bring it places people are asking for the recipe, this one is a keeper. making it for thanksgiving tomorrow as it trumps the cranberry jello of the past in my family!

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