Description
A delightful ambrosia salad that combines vibrant fruits, creamy sour cream, and crunchy nuts for a nostalgic summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Combine the drained mandarin oranges, thoroughly drained crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and shredded coconut in a large bowl.
- Mix together the sour cream and the chopped nuts in a separate bowl until well blended.
- Fold the sour cream mixture into the fruit mixture gently.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
- Serve in a large bowl or individual cups, garnishing with additional nuts or coconut if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare a day in advance for richer flavors. Ensure fruits are well-drained to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: ambrosia salad, summer salad, fruit salad, creamy salad, picnic recipe