Strawberry-Rhubarb Gelatin

Name: Strawberry-Rhubarb Gelatin
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Cuisine: Comfort Food Desserts, Comfort Food Recipes, Comfort Food Salad Recipes, Comfort Food Vegetarian Recipes
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb; 3/4 cup water; 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon strawberry jam or strawberry spreadable fruit; 1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice; 1 medium tart apple, diced; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional; Lettuce leaves and mayonnaise, optional

The rosy color and tangy flavor of this favorite salad comes through with every refreshing bite. It's a quick, simple salad and an excellent addition to any meal. Our family and friends look forward to this dish when joining us for dinner on the farm. -Kathy Flowers, Burkesville, Kentucky

Ingredients

1 cup chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
3/4 cup water
1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon strawberry jam or strawberry spreadable fruit
1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 medium tart apple, diced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Lettuce leaves and mayonnaise, optional

Directions

In a saucepan over medium heat, bring rhubarb and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until rhubarb is tender. Remove from the heat. Add the gelatin powder, sugar and jam; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Add pineapple juice. Chill until partially set.
Stir in apple and nuts if desired. Pour into six 1/2-cup molds or a 1-qt. bowl coated with cooking spray. Chill until set. Unmold onto lettuce leaves if desired and top with a dollop of mayonnaise.

Editor's Note

If using frozen rhubarb, measure rhubarb while still frozen, then thaw completely. Drain in a colander, but do not press liquid out.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 96 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 33mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fruit.

Originally published as Strawberry-Rhubarb Gelatin in Taste of Home April/May 2000