Holiday Fruit Salad Aka Green Stuff Recipe

Name: Holiday Fruit Salad Aka Green Stuff
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Lime Jell O Gelatin; 2 cups boiling water; 1 cup cold water; Whipping Cream; Cream Cheese; Crushed Pineapple; Red Seedless Grapes; Mini Marshmallows

This vibrant and refreshing Holiday Fruit Salad (aka Green Stuff) is a family tradition, perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas! A zesty lime Jell-O base is combined with a medley of fresh fruits and creamy whipped topping for a delightful dessert that's both festive and easy to make. Customize it with chopped pecans – or leave them out for a classic version. This recipe is sure to become a holiday staple in your home!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 191.1 kcal

Protein 4g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Holiday Fruit Salad Aka Green Stuff

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How to Make Holiday Fruit Salad Aka Green Stuff

In a large bowl, combine 1 (3 ounce) package lime Jell-O and 2 cups boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
Add 1 cup cold water and stir.
Gently fold in 1 (8 ounce) container of whipped topping (or freshly whipped cream).
Add 2 cups seedless green grapes, halved.
Add 1 cup mandarin orange segments.
Add 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks.
Add 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and halved (optional).
Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional).
Pour mixture into a large bowl or individual serving dishes.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.