Description
A classic and creamy fruit salad, Ambrosia Salad is a delightful mix of tropical flavors and textures. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Sour Cream Mixture:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Fruit and Add-Ins:
- 1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges (drained)
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries (halved and drained)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Sour Cream Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, gently fold together sour cream and whipped topping until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Add mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, maraschino cherries, and nuts if using. Stir gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to meld and salad to chill.
- Serve: Serve cold.
Notes
- Ambrosia salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
- For a lighter version, use light sour cream and whipped topping.
- Add green grapes or chopped apples for extra texture and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
