APRICOT-ORANGE SALAD WITH SOUR CREAM/CREAM CHEESE TOPPING

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This yummy salad has fruit and vegetables both in it and is topped with a delicious sour cream/cream cheese mixture with cinnamon in it. Make ahead so it can set and pull it out at meal time.

Provided by Trisha W

Categories     Gelatin

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (6 ounce) box orange gelatin (I prefer Jello)
1 7/8 cups water
1/8 cup Grand Marnier
8 ounces dried apricots, chopped
1/4 cup dried cranberries (Craisins)
1 (16 ounce) can mandarin oranges, with juice
1/2 cup carrot, curls
2 oranges, juice of
1/2 cup cold water
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon dry coconut powder

Steps:

  • Bring the water and grand marnier to a boil and pour over the gelatin in a large bowl. Stir till gelatin dissolves.
  • Add the dried apricots and cranberries and let sit and cool for about 5-10 minutes.
  • Using a potato peeler, make thin strips using one or two carrots so that you have 1/2 cup of carrot curls.
  • Add the can of mandarin oranges with juice, the carrot strips, juice of two oranges and 1/2 C cold water.
  • Stir, let set in a bowl or mold of choice in the refrigerator.
  • Blend the topping ingredients well.
  • After jello has set, spread on top. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.6, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 29.6, Sodium 139.7, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 36.7, Protein 4.3

Name You
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit.


ebrahem Osman
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I love the sour cream and cream cheese topping on this salad. It's so creamy and flavorful.


nompumelelo makhoba
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This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Shileen Martinez
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I've never made a fruit salad before, but this one was so easy to make. It turned out great!


Michelle Tarkan
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


MOHmmed OthMAN
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect dish for summer.


RajKumar_Sah Sah
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and tart.


SHAMSU IBRAHIM SAFANA (BIGI)
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Isatade Rachael
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Christina MOTLOUNG
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I've never been a big fan of fruit salads, but this one is amazing. The dressing is so good!


Isaac Osou
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This salad is so easy to make. It's the perfect dish for a busy weeknight.


Gabzy Pee
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I love the combination of apricots and oranges in this salad. The flavors are so complementary.


Sonu Bhojpuri
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This salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the fruit is so sweet and flavorful.


Joneeta G
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is so flavorful and the fruit is always fresh and juicy.


Jasika Akter
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This salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of sweet apricots, tangy oranges, and creamy topping is irresistible.