Lemon Fluff Salad
Lemon Fluff Salad is a light, airy, and refreshing dessert salad, popular in the American Midwest and South. It typically features a base of whipped topping or whipped cream, instant lemon pudding mix, crushed pineapple, and often marshmallows or cottage cheese for texture. It's a classic potluck staple, known for its bright, tangy flavor and fluffy, mousse-like consistency.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in carbohydrates and sugar, primarily from the pudding mix, pineapple, and marshmallows, with a moderate amount of fat from the whipped topping. It provides some calcium and a small amount of vitamin C, with a typical serving containing roughly 150-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Carbs | 38 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 90 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 cup (210 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a fascinating example of the mid-20th century American 'salad' tradition, where sweet, creamy dishes were often served alongside the main course. Nutritionally, it's a unique hybrid, combining the convenience of processed ingredients like instant pudding with the fresh, acidic punch of lemon to create a dessert that's both nostalgic and distinctly refreshing.
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