Chilled Watermelon Salad Recipe

Name: Chilled Watermelon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 oz. pkg. Strawberry gelatin; 1 c. boiling water; 1 c. cold water; 3 c. chopped, seeded watermelon; 8 oz. can crushed pineapple in juice; 1 c. plus 1/4 c. coarsely chopped pecans, divided; 8 oz. pkg cream cheese, softened; 1/4 c. milk; 1/4 c. sugar; 4 oz. Whipped topping

Servings: persons

1
Combine gelatin and boiling water in a medium heat proof bowl. Stir until gelatin is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
2
Add cold water and mix well.
3
Chill until partially set, about 55 minutes.
4
Add watermelon, undrained pineapple and 1 cup pecans to gelatin mixture and mix well.
5
Spoon into a salad bowl.
6
Chill until set, about 1 hour.
7
Place cream cheese in a medium bowl.
8
Beat with an electric mixer set at high speed until light and fluffy.
9
Add milk and sugar to cream cheese and beat until the mixture is smooth.
10
Fold whipped topping into cream cheese mixture.
11
Spread evenly over gelatin mixture.
12
Sprinkle with remaining pecans.
13
Chill until serving time.

1248

kcal

Calories

123

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 oz. pkg. Strawberry gelatin, 1 c. boiling water, 1 c. cold water, 3 c. chopped, seeded watermelon, and more.

Yes, Chilled Watermelon Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chilled Watermelon Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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