Orange Tapioca Salad

Submitted by Michelle in KY

"This recipe is a compilation of several different recipes using ingredients I had on hand. Hope you enjoy!"

 

• Ready In: 3hrs 3mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 8-10

ingredients

• 3 cups water
• 1 (3 ounce) box orange-flavor gelatin (I use sugar-free)
• 1⁄2 cup sugar (you could substitute splenda)
• 1⁄8 cup cornstarch
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons minute tapioca (in the red & white box)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 (8 ounce) carton whipped topping, thawed (I use sugar-free)

directions

1. In saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Combine dry ingredients in a small bowl and whisk into boiling water, stirring constantly.
3. Return to boil and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
5. Fold in vanilla, oranges, pineapple, and whipped topping.
6. Transfer to a serving bowl.
7. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or more until set.
8. Serve.