Springtime Luncheon Salad Recipe

Name: Springtime Luncheon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin; 2-1/2 cups orange juice, divided; 2 cups sugar; Dash salt; 4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten; 3 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped; 6 cups cubed cooked chicken; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/8 teaspoon white vinegar; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream whipped; 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted; Orange peel strips and fresh thyme, optional

Servings: persons

2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
2-1/2 cups orange juice, divided
2 cups sugar
Dash salt
4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
3 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 cups heavy whipping cream, whipped
6 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon white vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream whipped
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
Orange peel strips and fresh thyme, optional

1
In a large saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over 1 cup orange juice; let stand for 1 minute. Stir in sugar and salt. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin and sugar are completely dissolved. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat.
2
Stir in the orange sections, lemon juice, grated zest and remaining orange juice. Cool.
3
Fold in whipped cream. Pour into a 9-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray. Chill until set.
4
In a large bowl, combine chicken and celery. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, vinegar, salt and pepper; fold in whipped cream. Fold into chicken mixture.
5
Unmold gelatin onto a serving platter. Fill center with chicken salad. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve with orange peel and thyme if desired.

2214

kcal

Calories

132

Fat

126

Carbs

134

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin, 2-1/2 cups orange juice, divided, 2 cups sugar, Dash salt, and more.

Yes, Springtime Luncheon 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.

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Springtime Luncheon Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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