Description
A light, fluffy, and fruity dessert salad that’s perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and holidays. No baking required!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small box (3 oz) Strawberry Jell-O
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 8 oz whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese and Jell-O powder until fully combined.
- Add drained pineapple and chopped strawberries, stirring gently.
- Fold in mini marshmallows.
- Carefully fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
- Add chopped nuts if using.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Stir before serving, garnish with strawberries, and enjoy!
Notes
- Let it chill for at least an hour for the best flavor.
- Drain all fruit thoroughly to prevent excess liquid.
- Add extra fruit or a splash of vanilla extract for a twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg