CHERRY GELATIN SALAD WITH BANANAS

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This pretty, molded salad was always on my birthday menu. I love the chunks of banana, the cherry flavor and the festive red color. It's ideal for holiday menus. -Joann Jensen (daughter), Lowell, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (15 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries
1 package (3 ounces) cherry gelatin
1 cup cold water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 medium bananas, sliced
1/4 cup chopped pecans
Additonal sliced banana and chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

  • Drain cherries, reserving liquid in a 1-cup measuring cup; add enough water to measure 1 cup. In a small saucepan, bring mixture to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Stir in cold water and lemon juice., Cover and refrigerate until syrupy, about 40 minutes. Fold in the bananas, pecans and cherries. Transfer to a 6-cup mold coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate until firm. , Unmold onto a serving platter. Garnish with additional banana and pecans if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Joel Aleni
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This salad is a must-try! It's so unique and delicious.


Altafgb
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and perfect for summer.


Nabin Ray
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This is the best cherry gelatin salad I've ever had. It's so easy to make and so delicious.


Retag Mohamed
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I've made this salad several times, and it's always a hit. Everyone loves it!


YungChiefcfr Anidi
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's perfect for parties or potlucks.


Aja Evans
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I love the combination of cherries and bananas in this salad. It's so unique and delicious.


OJ Brooks
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This salad is perfect for summer gatherings. It's so refreshing and light.


Gsm Nura
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit. My kids love the sweet cherries and bananas.


Umar Afzal
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I've never made a gelatin salad before, but this one was so easy to follow. Even a beginner cook can make this recipe.


Lamru difax
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This salad is so easy to make, even my kids can help. They love mixing the ingredients together and watching the gelatin set.


Andrew Robertson
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I love that this salad can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights when I don't have a lot of time to cook.


Sonkmoar Das
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I always have a few bananas that are about to go bad, and this is a great way to use them up.


Lambert Terry
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I'm not usually a fan of gelatin salads, but this one is an exception. It's so light and refreshing, and the fruit is so flavorful.


Shahid Udass
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This salad is the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The cherries and bananas are a great combination, and the gelatin gives it a nice texture.


Daudi Geraldy
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a success. It's so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Jnr “Wisdom” Chapfudza
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This cherry gelatin salad with bananas was a hit at my last potluck! It's so refreshing and delicious, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.