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Green Jell-O with Pineapple and Carrots

By Dan Doughkneeder

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Prep:
15 min
Cook:
240 min
Total:
255 min
Yield:
8 servings

Green Jell-O with Pineapple and Carrots is a vibrant retro dessert of tangy lime gelatin studded with sweet pineapple tidbits and tender carrot ribbons. Chilled until firm, it offers a playful contrast of juicy fruit and mellow vegetable textures in every wobbling bite. An easy, make-ahead treat that brightens potlucks and family gatherings alike.

Ingredients

  • 1 package lime gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 0.50 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 cup canned pineapple tidbits, drained
  • 0.50 cup shredded carrot

Steps

  1. Sprinkle gelatin over boiling water; let bloom 1 minute, then stir until fully dissolved.
  2. Stir in cold water and pineapple juice.
  3. Fold in drained pineapple and finely shredded carrot.
  4. Pour into a lightly greased mold or dish.
  5. Refrigerate uncovered until set, about 4 hours, then unmold (if desired) and serve.