If youve ever had strawberry jello pretzel salad, then youll love this mandarin orange jello salad version which is perfect for summer. Its like an orange dreamsicle with a twist Three layers of pretzels, cream cheese, and jello make up this potluck favorite. If youve never had jello pretzel salad before, then youre in for a real treat If youre thinking this is something like Tuna Salad then I should explain that its not really a salad, its more like a desserta very distant cousin to fruit salad, well say. Its refreshing after a filling dinner like Beef and Cheese Manicotti. Making Mandarin Orange Jello Salad. First, a salty crust made from pretzels. Yes, pretzels Totally surprising, but the crunchy, toasty flavor is so good. I like to crush mine finely in the food processor. If the pretzels are too chunky, the crust will fall apart when you try to serve it. Next, we have a tangy cream cheese layer. Its almost like cheesecake, but light and tart to balance the other flavors. The cream cheese is blended with whipped topping, but if you prefer to use homemade whipped cream its an easy substitute. Topping off this jello salad with mandarin oranges is an orange and pineapple gelatin layer. Now the strawberry version is good, but just wait until you taste a bite of mandarin. Its a little citrus explosion that will make you smile as you eat. You can even substitute all mandarin oranges instead of the pineapple if youre team orange. Pineapple is one of my favorite fruits so I love the combination. Note do not substitute fresh pineapple for the canned fruit or the jello will not set. Orange Feta Salad' title='Orange Feta Salad' />This Edamame Cranberry Feta Salad was inspired by a dish I found at Fresh Market. Its healthy, delicious and perfect for the holidays This Greek Pasta Salad is loaded with fresh veggies, feta cheese, crab and a tangy homemade Greek vinaigrette. There are few fruits that scream summer the way watermelons do. Cool off this summer with this refreshing watermelon feta salad recipe This recipe relies heavily on the quality of all the fresh ingredients, so be sure to have the freshest citrus, pistachios and a small bit of Sheeps feta or. What To Serve With Saltimbocca. Watermelon Orange Feta SaladFIND THE FULL PRINTABLE VERSION AT THE END OF THIS POST. Ingredients for Mandarin Orange Jello Salad For the crust 2 cups finely crushed pretzels. For the filling 1 box 8 oz cream cheese, softened. For the jello 1 large can 1. Helpful kitchen tools Youll need to plan ahead when making this orange jello salad recipe since it needs time to chill and set. After Ive made the crust and spread the cream cheese layer, I like to pop it in the fridge while I prepare the jello. Additionally, the jello will need to chill slightly before pouring or youll have a hot melty mess. Crunchy-Carrot-Beetroot-Salad-with-Orange-Feta-Mint_1-1024x683.jpg?resize=700%2C467' alt='Spinach Mandarin Orange Feta Salad' title='Spinach Mandarin Orange Feta Salad' />Do you have friends or family that have an aversion to mint We know of a few and its always a good reminder to have alternative herbs onhand for those last minute. It may seem like a lot, but its not really much work. If youre making it for a potluck, theres plenty of time in between layers to prepare other dishes or clean up as you go my kitchen constantly needs cleaning. If you want it to be extra special, top each slice of the mandarin orange pretzel salad with a dollop of whipped cream and a pretzel twist before serving. They are so cute If you love this orange mandarin jello salad AND orange flavored desserts, dont miss Orange Fluff Jello Salad, or Mandarin Orange Cheesecake Youll be floating away on creamsicle cloudsAnother crowd favorite and potluck superstar is this Pineapple Fluff Dessert, its a classic BBQ one pan dessert staple around here And while theres no orange in this chocolate lasagna recipe, its still one of the most popular on this blog. Ingredients. 2 cups finely crushed pretzels. Instructions. Crush pretzels in a food processor or in a resealable bag with a rolling pin. In a large bowl, mix together crushed pretzels, melted butter and butter. Pour into a 1. 3x. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Fold in whipped topping with a spatula and spread into an even layer over the crust. Cover and refrigerate. Meanwhile, in a clean, large bowl mix the boiling water and gelatin for two minutes until dissolved. Add the pineapple with its juice and mandarin oranges, stirring to combine. Cover and refrigerate until no longer hot or slightly set, about 3. When gelatin has cooled, carefully pour over cream cheese layer and spread the fruit into an even layer. Cover and chill until completely set, about 2 4 hours. Before serving, cut into squares, garnish with extra whipped topping and a pretzel, if desired. Notes. Do not substitute fresh pineapple for canned or the jello will not set. Time given does not include time needed for chilling. Amanda Formaro, Amandas. Lemon Chicken Breast Recipe with Cucumber Feta Salad. Light and lemony chicken breasts served with a salad of cucumber, tomatoes and feta. Jump to the Lemon Chicken Breast Recipe with Cucumber Salad or read on to see our tips for making it. Say goodbye to boring dry chicken breasts. This recipe makes chicken thats unbelievably tender, juicy and flavorful. The salad is delicious, too. Its really simple to make and is made with cucumber, tomato, feta cheese, and a lemon dill dressing. Its so fresh and can be made in advance. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE Make this easy baked chicken breast casserole recipe in under 4. Fresh basil, roasted red peppers, orange juice and lemon make this recipe a keeper. Jump to the Baked Chicken Casserole Recipe. Four Steps for Perfectly Cooked Chicken Breasts. Chicken breasts are a staple in most kitchens, including ours. Read below for our tips for making sure they are juicy and flavorful. Marinate. Even the simplest marinade can make a huge difference marinated chicken becomes moist, juicy and flavorful. Just 2. 0 minutes in a marinade will make a difference. You could leave it for longer, but there is no need to go past 2 hours for chicken breasts a whole chicken can marinate overnight. A resealable plastic bag or small rimmed dish makes marinating easy, too. For this recipe, we went with a simple marinade of lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, fresh dill, salt, and pepper. The lemon and dill work perfectly with the light cucumber feta salad, but you could switch lemon for lime or dill for other herbs if you wanted. This lemon and garlic chicken marinade is also one of our favorites. Sear Until Golden. After 2. 0 to 3. 0 minutes of marinating, remove the chicken from the marinade and pat it dry this helps with getting that golden sear when we cook. Whenever you sear something, especially chicken, its really important that you pat everything dry. If the chicken were still wet from the marinade, the chicken breasts would steam, not sear. Heat a frying pan over medium high heat and add some olive oil or other fat like vegetable oil, coconut oil or a combination of butter and oil. As soon as the oil is shimmering, add the chicken and cook 2 to 3 minutes until golden. Cover, Turn Heat to Low. Once golden on one side, flip the chicken and turn down the heat to low. Then cover and walk away you want to let it cook 1. During this time, there is no need to open the lid or flip the chicken. The chicken breasts become moist, juicy, and plump. This is also perfect timing for making the cucumber feta salad. Let It Rest. Last step Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. As the chicken rests, the juices redistribute. This way, when you cut into the chicken all the juices stay in the meat instead of running out on the the plate or cutting board. Once the chicken has rested, slice it up and serve with the salad. Dont forget to spoon extra dressing from the bottom of the salad bowl on top thats gold YOU MAY ALSO LIKE Say goodbye to dry, flavorless chicken and hello to this easy and flavorful baked chicken breast recipe with fresh lemon, garlic and olive oil. Jump to the Lemon Garlic Baked Chicken Breast Recipe. Recipe updated, originally posted June 2. Since posting this in 2. Adam and Joanne. Lemon Chicken Breast Recipe with Cucumber Feta Salad PREP 4. COOK 2. 0mins TOTAL 1hr Chicken breasts are a staple in most kitchens, including ours. To sure they are juicy and flavorful, we marinate the chicken in a simple marinade for about 2. Then we sear it in a pan until browned, flip and cover the pan until the chicken is plump, juicy, and cooked through. Makes 2 servings. You Will Need. Lemon Chicken Breasts. Cucumber Feta Salad. Dijon mustard. 12 to 1 teaspoon of pure honey, depending on how sour lemon is. Half of a hothouse or seedless cucumber, chopped. Salt and fresh ground black pepper. Directions. Cook Chicken. Combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Use the back of a small spoon to press garlic and dill into other ingredients, releasing more flavor from the dill and garlic. Add marinade to a resealable plastic bag or small rimmed dish then add chicken breasts. Marinate 2. 0 to 3. Brush extra garlic from chicken and pat dry. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a medium frying pan with lid over medium high heat. As soon as the oil is hot and looks shimmery, add the chicken. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until golden. Flip, reduce heat to low then cover with lid. Cook 1. 0 to 1. 5 minutes or until an instant read thermometer reads 1. F when inserted into the thickest part of the breast. Transfer chicken to a plate then cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, slice, and then serve with salad. Make Cucumber Salad. Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, honey, and dill in a medium bowl then add tomatoes, cucumber and feta cheese. Toss gently, season to taste then refrigerate at least 2. Adam and Joannes Tips. Nutrition Facts The nutrition facts provided below are estimates. We have used the USDA Supertracker recipe calculator to calculate approximate values. If you make this recipe, snap a photo and hashtag it inspiredtaste We love to see your creations on Instagram and Facebook Find us inspiredtaste. Nutrition Per Serving Calories. Protein. 32 gCarbohydrate. Dietary Fiber. 2 gTotal Sugars. Total Fat. 27 gSaturated Fat. Cholesterol. 10. 9 mg. AUTHOR Adam and Joanne Gallagher.