5 Cup Salad
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4.8
5 Cup Salad
Description
5 Cup Salad blends canned pineapple, mandarin oranges, and maraschino cherries with mini marshmallows and sour cream to create a sweet, creamy dish. The marshmallows add a soft, spongy bite, while the sour cream ties the fruit components together with tang. The mixture is folded gently to maintain fruit integrity and prevent discoloration.
The salad is chilled before serving, allowing flavors to meld and the texture to firm up slightly. It can be served as a side dish alongside savory meals or as a dessert during potlucks and gatherings. The balance between creamy and fruity elements creates a palate-pleasing contrast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple chunks drained (I used the tidbits, canned
- 1 cup mini marshmallows small
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mandarin orange
- 1 cup maraschino cherries I cut mine in half
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix together place one cup of marshmallows, 1 cup of pineapple, and 1 cup of sour cream until combine.
- Fold in 1 cup of mandarin oranges.
- Once combined slice cherries in half and carefully fold into the mixture.
- If you mix too much the fruit salad will turn pink.
- Place in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 189 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 189kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 42mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 225mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 507IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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