Are you looking for a yummy side dish for your meal? You will love this orange jello salad. This nostalgic jello salad recipe is made with pineapple, mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, and cool whip. This is truly a yum yum salad your family will look forward to! Ready to learn how to make this jello salad with mandarin orages and pineapple – keep scrolling for the recipe!
Orange Jello Salad
This delightful, nostalgic jello salad is not just any ordinary dish; it’s a sweet and fruity treat that combines all your favorite flavors into a refreshing side that pairs perfectly with any meal. Imagine vibrant chunks of sweet **pineapple** and succulent **mandarin oranges** mingling together in a luscious, wobbly jello base. But that’s not all! We add a touch of fun and sweetness with **mini marshmallows**, and to top it all off, we fold in some delightful **Cool Whip**, creating a creamy texture that is simply irresistible.
This isn’t just a salad; it’s a **yum yum salad** your family will eagerly anticipate at every gathering! Whether it’s a family dinner, a holiday feast, or a potluck with friends, this Orange Jello Salad is bound to steal the spotlight. It’s a dish that’s not only easy to make but also brings a nostalgic touch to any table, reminding us of those special moments shared with loved ones.
Are you ready to impress your family and guests with this yummy treat? Keep scrolling to get the detailed recipe and discover how to whip up this spectacular jello salad featuring mandarin oranges and pineapple. Trust us; your taste buds will thank you!
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Jello Salad Recipe
All you need for this simple jello salad are a few simple ingredients:
- crushed pineapple
- sugar
- whipped topping like cool whip, tru whip, or daily free alternative
- marshmallows
- orange gelatin
- mandarin oranges
Yum Yum Salad
You’re going to adore how simple it is to whip up this delightful gelatin salad! Begin by heating one large can of crushed pineapple alongside 12 regular-sized marshmallows in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until everything is melted and perfectly combined.
orange jello with mandarin oranges
Remove from heat. Now add 1 teaspoon granulated sugar and 2 Tablespoon orange gelatin.
mandarin orange jello salad
Let it cool down until it’s just slightly warm. Then gently fold in 8 oz of whipped topping and a 16 oz can of drained mandarin oranges.
Orange Pineapple Jello Salad
Gently mix until everything is well incorporated. Transfer the mixture to a medium-large bowl and refrigerate until it firms up.
jello salad with mandarin oranges and pineapple
The fruit jello salad will be creamy and dreamy, but still sets up nicley.
mandarin orange pineapple cool whip salad
It sets up firm enough it will not run all over your plate, but I still prefer to serve little bowls for people to give this yummy side dish a place of honor.
cool whip mandarin orange salad
Serve this with sandwiches, roast, hamburgers, you name it!
jello salad with pineapple and mandarin oranges
IF you have leftovers, we never do, keep them covered in the fridge and eat withing 2-5 days for optimal freshness.
orange jello pineapple mandarin orange salad
I love that this is a side I can make ahead for quick and easy dinner prep!

The Ultimate Orange Jello Salad
Ingredients
- 16 oz crushed pineapple salad
- 8 oz whipped topping, thawed cool whip, tru whip, etc
- 12 large marshmallows
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 2 Tablespoons orange gelatin
- 16 oz mandarin oranges drained
Instructions
- Begin by heating one large can of crushed pineapple alongside 12 regular-sized marshmallows in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently until everything is melted and perfectly combined.
- Remove from heat. Now add 1 teaspoon granulated sugar and 2 Tablespoon orange gelatin.
- Let it cool down until it’s just slightly warm. Then gently fold in 8 oz of whipped topping and a 16 oz can of drained mandarin oranges.
- Gently mix until everything is well incorporated. Transfer the mixture to a medium-large bowl and refrigerate until it firms up.

Craving a delicious side dish that’ll bring back sweet memories? Say hello to our Orange Jello Salad! Bursting with flavors from pineapple, juicy mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, and creamy cool whip, this is one salad your family will be begging for at dinner!
Ready to whip up this nostalgic treat? Keep scrolling for the recipe and let the yumminess begin!
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THis was so light and fluffy – loved it
My kids loved this!
Jello salads are always a hit!