Description

This vintage Lime Green Jello Salad with Cottage Cheese & Pineapple brings sweet-tart citrus, creamy cottage cheese, and tropical pineapple together in a nostalgic, jiggly side dish perfect for holidays and potlucks.

Ingredients

Scale

2 packages (3 oz each) lime-flavored gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
1 cup mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip)
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
1 cup miniature marshmallows (optional)
1/2 cup finely chopped celery (optional)
Lettuce leaves for serving (optional)

Instructions

In a large bowl, dissolve lime gelatin in boiling water. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until completely dissolved.
Add crushed pineapple with juice and stir to combine. Let mixture cool at room temperature for 30–40 minutes until slightly thickened.
Gently fold in cottage cheese, mayonnaise, and any optional ingredients such as nuts, marshmallows, or celery.
Pour mixture into a 9×13-inch glass dish or gelatin mold. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, until firm.
If using a mold, dip briefly in warm water before inverting onto a serving dish. Slice and serve chilled, optionally on lettuce leaves.

Notes

Be sure to use canned pineapple—fresh pineapple contains enzymes that prevent gelatin from setting. Chill thoroughly before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Chilled
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (1/12 recipe)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: lime jello salad, cottage cheese salad, vintage gelatin recipe, pineapple jello salad, retro holiday recipes