Sunshine Salad
A bright and fruity gelled salad perfect for summer picnics and potlucks, combining fresh fruit with sugar-free Jello for a fun dessert twist.
Ingredients
Fresh Fruit
- 2 cups fresh fruit, chopped or halved (strawberries, pineapple, mandarin oranges, grapes) Use assorted fresh fruits that are ripe and in season.
Jello Mixture
- 1 package sugar-free Jello (any flavor, preferably citrus or berry) Can substitute with regular Jello if desired.
- 1 cup boiling water Dissolve the Jello in this water.
- 1 cup cold water Add this to the Jello mixture after dissolving.
Toppings
- to taste Whipped topping or yogurt Optional for serving, can also be dairy-free.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, dissolve the sugar-free Jello in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
- Add 1 cup of cold water to the Jello mixture and stir well.
- Allow the mixture to cool.
- Once cooled, add the fresh fruit and mix gently.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual cups.
- Refrigerate until set, about 1-2 hours.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped topping or yogurt.
Notes
For best results, let the salad sit overnight in the fridge before serving. Avoid using fresh pineapple, kiwi, or mango as they can prevent the Jello from setting. Frozen fruit can be used, but may change the texture.