Gigi's Strawberry Rhubarb Salad Recipe

A stunning Valentine's Day dessert or a delightful spring treat! Gigi's Strawberry Rhubarb Salad features tender rhubarb cooked to perfection, combined with a vibrant jello base and juicy strawberries. This recipe, traditionally made in a heart-shaped mold (perfect for romance!), is easy to follow and yields a delicious, refreshing salad that's sure to impress. Get ready for a burst of sweet and tart flavors!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 168.3 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Gigi's Strawberry Rhubarb Salad 12

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Gigi's Strawberry Rhubarb Salad

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Gigi's Strawberry Rhubarb Salad? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Gigi's Strawberry Rhubarb Salad

  1. Combine 1 cup chopped rhubarb, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 cup sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until rhubarb is tender.
  2. In a large glass bowl, dissolve 1 (3-ounce) package of strawberry jello in 1 cup of boiling water.
  3. Add the cooked rhubarb mixture to the dissolved jello and stir until completely combined.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup orange juice and 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest.
  5. Refrigerate until the mixture begins to thicken and becomes syrupy (about 2-3 hours).
  6. Gently fold in 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries.
  7. Lightly oil a 1-quart mold (heart-shaped mold recommended!). Pour in the mixture and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until completely set.
  8. To unmold, run the mold under warm water for a few seconds. Invert onto a serving plate and garnish with fresh strawberries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

142g

Fat

0g

Carbs

13g