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Mandarin Orange Salad

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There are only 5 ingredients in this fruit salad.

Not only does this salad taste good, but it's good for you.

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Mandarin Orange Salad is great served as a salad or for a light summer dessert.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 24 ounces cottage cheese
  • 2- 4 ounce boxes orange gelatin
  • 2 - 11 ounce cans Mandarin oranges, drained
  • 8 ounce whipped topping, defrosted
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans, lightly toasted (optional)

Preparation:

In mixing bowl sprinkle gelatin granules over cottage cheese. Mix in oranges. Add whipped topping and completely combine. Place in serving container and refrigerate for an hour or so before serving.
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