Orange-Apple Waldorf Salad

What to make for a big family reunion? This gelatin salad is an easy choice. It's easy to tote, and it is light and refreshing. For the best flavor, toast the nuts before adding them.


Orange-Apple Waldorf Salad

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Servings: 9 to 12 side-dish servings
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 5 hrs 20 mins
Related Categories: Waldorf Salad
 
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Ingredients
  • 1  20-ounce can
    crushed pineapple, undrained (juice pack)
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  • 2  tablespoons
    sugar
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  • 1  3-ounce package
    orange-flavor gelatin
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  • 1  8-ounce package
    cream cheese, softened and cut up
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  • 1  medium
    apple, cored and chopped
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  • 1/2  cup
    chopped walnuts
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  • 1/2  of an 8-ounce carton
    frozen whipped dessert topping, thawed
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    Orange sections and green grapes (optional)
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Directions
1.
In a medium saucepan, combine undrained pineapple and sugar; heat to boiling. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Stir in cream cheese until melted and well combined. Remove from heat. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
2.
Chill about 1 hour or until mixture is slightly thickened. Stir in chopped apple and nuts. Fold in dessert topping. Transfer mixture to a 2-quart baking dish or 1-1/2-quart bowl or mold. Cover and chill at least 4 hours. To serve, cut into squares, serve in bowl, or unmold onto serving plate. If desired, garnish individual servings with orange sections and grapes. Makes 9 to 12 side-dish servings.

Nutrition information
Calories 232, Total Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 93 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%. Exchanges: Other Carbohydrate 1.5, Fat 2.5. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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