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Kelly's Salad Recipe

A refreshing and vibrant salad perfect for kids and adults alike! This easy recipe combines sweet strawberries, tangy kiwi, fluffy marshmallows, and creamy cool whip for a delightful dessert or snack. My granddaughter loves it, and I know yours will too!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 282.5 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Kelly's Salad

  • 1 pound fresh strawberries
  • 2 kiwi fruits
  • 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 (3 oz) package strawberry jello gelatin dessert
  • 8 oz Cool Whip

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How to Make Kelly's Salad

  1. Wash and hull 1 pound of strawberries. Slice them into halves or quarters, depending on size.
  2. Peel and slice 2 kiwi fruits into thin rounds.
  3. In a large bowl, gently combine the sliced strawberries and kiwi.
  4. Add 1 cup of mini marshmallows to the fruit.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 (3 oz) package of strawberry jello (prepared according to package directions and allowed to cool slightly) and 8 oz of Cool Whip until smooth and well combined.
  6. Pour the jello-Cool Whip mixture over the fruit and marshmallows.
  7. Gently toss everything together until the fruit is evenly coated.
  8. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

156g

Fat

41g

Carbs

16g

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