Aunt Mabel's Molded Avocado Salad with Toasted Pecans

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This recipe has been in my husband's family for several generations. His aunt gave it to me when we were married 45 years ago. This salad is presented on a lettuce leaf, with a light dressing and garnished with toasted pecans. Everyone loves it.

INGREDIENTS (for 6 servings):

PREPARATION:

  • In a medium bowl, dissolve the gelatin in the boiling water. In another bowl, mix together cream cheese, celery, avocado, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, and salt. Mix in onion juice, if using. Gradually stir in the gelatin mixture. Pour into an 11x7 inch glass baking dish, and refrigerate until set.
  • Cut the gelatin salad into squares, and serve each square on top of a leaf of butter lettuce. Make the salad dressing by mixing the 1/2 cup mayonnaise with confectioners' sugar and lemon juice to taste. Drizzle dressing over squares, and garnish with toasted pecans.


  • To toast pecans:

    Place raw pecan halves on baking dish. Dot with Butter and sprinkle generously with salt. Bake at 250 degrees F (120 degrees C) for 1/2 hour, stirring occasionally. Drain thoroughly on paper towels.