Ginger's Pineapple Cottage Cheese Lime Jello Salad

Bring a burst of retro charm to your table with Ginger's Pineapple Cottage Cheese Lime Jello Salad—a sweet, tangy, and creamy treat perfect for potlucks, holidays, or nostalgic family dinners. This no-bake gelatin salad combines zesty lime-flavored gelatin, juicy crushed pineapple with its natural sweetness, and creamy cottage cheese for a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Topped with fluffy whipped topping and optionally garnished with a sprinkle of chopped crystallized ginger, it delivers an extra zing and visual appeal. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time and chilled to perfection, this crowd-pleasing dessert or side dish is as refreshing as it is easy to make. Ideal for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a taste of vintage comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 ounces lime-flavored gelatin
• 1 cups boiling water
• 1 cups cold water
• 20 ounces crushed pineapple (canned, with juice)
• 2 cups cottage cheese
• 1 cups whipped topping (thawed)
• 2 tablespoons crystallized ginger (optional, chopped for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the lime-flavored gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water, stirring for about 2-3 minutes until completely dissolved.

Step 2

Stir in 1 cup of cold water to cool down the gelatin mixture.

Step 3

Add the crushed pineapple, including its juice, to the gelatin mixture and stir well.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30-45 minutes or just until the mixture begins to thicken (but hasn't fully set).

Step 5

Once the gelatin has thickened, fold in the cottage cheese and whipped topping gently until the mixture is uniformly combined.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into a serving dish or glass mold and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until fully set and firm.

Step 8

Before serving, garnish with chopped crystallized ginger for added zing, if desired.

Step 9

Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1374.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	868.6

Total Fat 29.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 118.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 159.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 133.9g
Protein 4.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 87.6mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 607.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.5%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 69.5%