Mandarin Orange Jello Salad Recipe

Name: Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 250 min
Total time: 265 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Lemon Jell O Gelatin; Mandarin Oranges; Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate

Step back in time with this vintage Mandarin Orange Jello Salad recipe! A family holiday favorite since the 1950s, this sweet and tangy dessert is surprisingly unique and refreshingly delicious. The perfect combination of creamy orange juice and juicy mandarin segments creates a delightful textural contrast. This easy-to-make retro recipe is sure to impress your guests and become a new family tradition.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 250 mins

Calories 156.6 kcal

Protein 5g

Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Jello Salad

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How to Make Mandarin Orange Jello Salad

In a large bowl, dissolve 3 ounces (1 packet) of orange-flavored gelatin in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
Gently stir in 1 (12-ounce) can of frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed. The mixture will begin to thicken slightly.
Add 1 (11-ounce) can of mandarin oranges, drained. Stir gently to combine.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch dish or individual serving dishes. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firmly set.
Before serving, you may wish to garnish with a few extra mandarin orange segments and a sprig of mint (optional).