Orange Fluff Salad

Orange Fluff Salad is a light, creamy, no-bake dessert salad popular in the United States, especially in the Midwest and South. It typically features a base of orange gelatin, whipped topping, canned mandarin oranges, and often includes cottage cheese, marshmallows, or crushed pineapple for texture.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates and sugar, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the specific ingredients used. It provides a quick source of energy and some vitamin C from the citrus, with a rough calorie estimate of 200-300 per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	25 g
Sodium	180 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Vitamin A	80 µg
Folate	40 µg
Magnesium	30 mg
Vitamin D	1.5 µg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a classic example of a 'Jell-O salad,' a mid-20th century American culinary trend that blurred the lines between side dish and dessert. Nutritionally, its unique appeal lies in its combination of a gelatin's protein with the creamy, fruity elements, creating a satisfying texture that's both nostalgic and refreshing.