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Easy Ambrosia Salad

Delightfully Easy Ambrosia Salad: A Sweet Summer Treat!

Easy Ambrosia Salad is a refreshing fruit salad perfect for summer gatherings featuring mandarin oranges, pineapple, and maraschino cherries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Salad Base
  • 1 can Mandarin Oranges drained
  • 1 cup Pineapple fresh, chopped
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries drained
Mix-Ins
  • 2 cups Miniature Marshmallows
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Coconut Flakes optional, unsweetened for less sweetness
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts pecans or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add a delicious blend of mandarin oranges, fresh pineapple chunks, and vibrant maraschino cherries.
  2. Toss in the miniature marshmallows and coconut flakes into the fruit mixture, ensuring they mingle well.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into your fruit mixture until everything is luxuriously coated.
  4. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  5. Before serving, sprinkle chopped nuts on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, chill longer. Use fresh fruits for best results. Consider nut options based on guests' needs.

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