Vintage Lime Pistachio Dessert Salad
A classic vintage dessert salad made with lime gelatin, crushed pineapple, cream cheese, whipped topping, and chopped pistachios, creating a creamy and fruity treat perfect for holidays or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package (3 oz) lime gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple, undrained
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, dissolve the lime gelatin in boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved.
- Add the undrained crushed pineapple to the gelatin and mix well. Let the mixture cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the gelatin mixture to the cream cheese, beating until well blended.
- Fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
- Stir in the chopped pistachios.
- Transfer the mixture into a serving dish or mold and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, garnish with additional chopped pistachios if desired.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead for best flavor.
- Try using sugar-free gelatin and light cream cheese for a lower-calorie version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/vintage-lime-pistachio-dessert-salad/