Old-Fashioned Ambrosia Salad: A Delightful Twist on Tradition
Indulge in the nostalgic taste of old-fashioned ambrosia salad, featuring a delightful blend of fruits and fluffy whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 cup mandarin oranges
- 1 cup halved grapes
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon maraschino cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, diced pineapple, mandarin oranges, and halved grapes.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream until all ingredients are well coated.
- Transfer the ambrosia salad to a serving dish and garnish with maraschino cherries.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance for easier preparation.
- Feel free to add nuts for an extra crunch!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Ambrosia Salad, Old-Fashioned, Fruit Salad, Dessert