WHIPPED CARROT SALAD

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"Carrots and pineapple give this fluffy gelatin salad its refreshing taste," says Jean Smith of Crossville, Tennessee. "A friend gave me the recipe. I serve this side dish often, whether I'm entertaining guests or my family. Lovely and light, it's perfect with almost any menu."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 package (6 ounces) orange gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup finely grated carrots
1 carton (8 ounces) reduced-fat whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Place cream cheese in a food processor or blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add dissolved gelatin; process until smooth. Pour into a large bowl. Stir in pineapple and carrots; fold in whipped topping. Pour into a serving bowl. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges