Ambrosia Salad
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Ambrosia Salad, a nostalgic dish that combines sweet fruits, creamy textures, and a sprinkle of fun. This refreshing salad features juicy pineapple, zesty mandarin oranges, and fluffy mini marshmallows, all enveloped in a luscious dressing. Perfect for family gatherings or potlucks, this dish is sure to evoke fond memories while pleasing your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks (drained)
- 1 cup fresh mandarin oranges (peeled and segmented)
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Drain the canned pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges. If using fresh fruit, segment and chop as necessary.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, drained pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, and chopped nuts if desired.
- In another bowl, mix sour cream or Greek yogurt with a splash of vanilla extract until smooth to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg