Ambrosia Fruit Salad
A classic fruit salad combining juicy fruits, sweet marshmallows, and creamy dressing for a delightful dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (20-oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 (16-oz.) jar maraschino cherries, drained
- 2 cups green grapes
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 1/3 cups sweetened flaked coconut
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (15-oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by gathering all your ingredients on the counter and draining canned fruits.
- Chop and slice fresh pineapple or oranges into bite-sized pieces, wash grapes, and prepare them according to your preference.
- In a large bowl, combine your drained pineapple, mandarin oranges, halved grapes, maraschino cherries, and mini marshmallows.
- Toss in the sweetened flaked coconut and chopped nuts, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream with a hint of sweetness if desired.
- Combine the dressing with the fruit medley and gently fold everything together.
- Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
- Serve in a fun bowl or individual cups, and consider adding a sprinkle of extra nuts on top.
Notes
Can be prepared a day in advance. Stir gently before serving to mix any separated juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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