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Dr Ashton jello diet recipe served in glass dish with lemon slices

Dr Ashton Jello Diet Recipe: The Gelatin Trick That Actually Works


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  • Author: Jessica
  • Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A low-calorie, high-protein gelatin snack based on Dr. Jennifer Ashton’s jello diet method. Just 30 calories per serving, with 6–7g of protein to crush afternoon cravings.


Ingredients

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2 packets Knox unflavored gelatin (14g total)

1 packet sugar-free Jell-O mix (any flavor)

2 cups cold water

2 cups hot water (just under boiling)

½ cup fresh lemon juice (optional)

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (optional)


Instructions

1. Pour cold water into a medium bowl. Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over the surface and let bloom for 2 minutes.

2. Heat remaining 2 cups of water to just under boiling. Pour into bloomed gelatin and stir for 60 seconds.

3. Add sugar-free Jell-O powder and stir 30 seconds until fully dissolved.

4. Add lemon juice or apple cider vinegar if using and stir gently.

5. Pour into glass dish or individual cups. Cool 10 minutes before refrigerating.

6. Refrigerate 3 hours until set. Serve chilled.

Notes

Do not use boiling water directly — it weakens the protein structure.

Blooming the gelatin first is non-negotiable for smooth texture.

Keeps refrigerated up to 5 days. Do not freeze.

Try the citrus version: sugar-free lemon Jell-O + fresh lime juice.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook / Refrigerate
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 30
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg