Description
This refreshing Mandarin Orange Salad combines fluffy Cool Whip, tangy sour cream, sweet orange-flavored gelatin, juicy mandarin oranges, and mini marshmallows to create a creamy, fruity salad perfect for a light dessert or side dish. It’s easy to prepare and chill, making it a delightful addition to any meal or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 10 ounces Cool Whip thawed (1 container)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 ounces orange-flavored gelatin (1 package)
- 15 ounces mandarin oranges, well drained (1 can)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Mix Cool Whip and Sour Cream: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed Cool Whip and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Add Gelatin: Stir in the orange-flavored gelatin powder thoroughly to ensure it is well incorporated without lumps.
- Fold in Oranges and Marshmallows: Gently fold in the drained mandarin oranges and mini marshmallows to preserve their texture and distribute evenly throughout the salad.
- Chill Salad: Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl or storage container and cover tightly. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors meld and gelatin set slightly.
- Serve: Stir the salad gently before serving to mix any settled ingredients. Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge covered tightly for up to 2 days to maintain freshness and texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Cool Whip and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Ensure mandarin oranges are well drained to avoid thinning the salad.
- You can add chopped nuts for extra crunch if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
