Whipped Carrot Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Whipped Carrot Salad
10 min.
12
161kcal

Suggestions

Whip up a delightful and refreshing side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack with this easy-to-make Whipped Carrot Salad! This gluten-free recipe is not only perfect for gatherings and potlucks but is also a crowd-pleaser. In just 10 minutes of preparation, you can serve this dish to 12 people. Each serving contains only 161 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this recipe is a 6-ounce package of orange gelatin, which is dissolved in boiling water to create a flavorful base. To this, we add a smooth and creamy element with a 8-ounce package of reduced-fat cream cheese, processed until it blends seamlessly with the gelatin. The addition of 16 ounces of unsweetened crushed pineapple and 1 cup of finely grated carrots brings a vibrant color and a burst of natural flavors to the salad. Finally, 8 ounces of reduced-fat whipped topping are folded in to create a light and airy texture.

After pouring the mixture into a serving bowl, a brief chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours will allow it to firm up and become ready to impress your guests. With a balanced caloric breakdown of 8.33% protein, 29.53% fat, and 62.14% carbs, this Whipped Carrot Salad is a nutritious and delicious addition to any meal.

Grab your food processor, blender, and a few other essential tools, and get ready to indulge in this delectable and gluten-free Whipped Carrot Salad. It's the perfect blend of flavors and textures that will have your taste buds dancing with joy!

Ingredients

  • ounces orange gelatin 
  • cups water boiling
  • ounces cream cheese cubed reduced-fat
  • 16 ounces pineapple unsweetened crushed drained canned
  • cup carrots finely grated
  • ounces non-dairy whipped topping thawed reduced-fat

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water.
  2. Place cream cheese in a food processor or blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add dissolved gelatin; process until smooth.
  3. Pour into a large bowl. Stir in pineapple and carrots; fold in whipped topping.
  4. Pour into a serving bowl. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories161kcal
Protein8.33%
Fat29.53%
Carbs62.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.9
Glycemic Load
0.34
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
4.3495652390563%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:161.38kcal
8.07%
Fat:5.43g
8.36%
Saturated Fat:3.86g
24.14%
Carbohydrates:25.73g
8.58%
Net Carbohydrates:24.94g
9.07%
Sugar:23.65g
26.28%
Cholesterol:10.58mg
3.53%
Sodium:157.22mg
6.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.45g
6.9%
Vitamin A:1919.18IU
38.38%
Phosphorus:69.08mg
6.91%
Calcium:52.57mg
5.26%
Vitamin C:4.18mg
5.07%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.23%
Potassium:147.77mg
4.22%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.82%
Copper:0.08mg
3.81%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.53%
Selenium:2.32µg
3.32%
Fiber:0.79g
3.16%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.77%
Magnesium:10.46mg
2.62%
Vitamin K:2.49µg
2.37%
Folate:8.5µg
2.12%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.91%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.49%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.3%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.28%
Iron:0.21mg
1.15%