Vegetable Gelatin Salad

Vibrant, refreshing, and irresistibly unique, this Vegetable Gelatin Salad is a retro-inspired recipe that’s perfect for any gathering! Combining crisp chopped celery, cucumber, shredded carrots, green bell pepper, and fresh parsley suspended in a tangy gelatin base made with white vinegar and a touch of sweetness, this dish offers a delightful interplay of textures and flavors. Prepared in just 20 minutes with an easy set-it-and-forget-it chill time, this no-cook salad brings a touch of vintage charm to your table. Serve it as a chilled side dish or a colorful appetizer—ideal for picnics, potlucks, or holiday spreads. Get ready to impress with this savory gelatin creation that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
• 1 cup cold water
• 2 cups boiling water
• 0.25 cup white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped cucumber
• 1 cup shredded carrot
• 0.5 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the cold water and let it soften for 5 minutes.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiling water, white vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.

Step 3

Add the softened gelatin to the boiling water mixture and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved.

Step 4

Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding the vegetables.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped celery, cucumber, shredded carrot, green bell pepper, and fresh parsley until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the mixture into a lightly greased 8x8-inch pan or a gelatin mold.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the gelatin is fully set.

Step 8

Once set, carefully unmold the gelatin salad onto a serving platter or slice it directly from the pan.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a side dish or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1366.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	407.1

Total Fat 1.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2727.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.1g
Protein 52.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 215.7mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1348.0mg	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: 2.4%

Protein: 50.2%

Carbs: 47.4%