Ambrosia Salad
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
8
Ambrosia Salad
Description
Ambrosia Salad is a classic American fruit salad known for its sweet and creamy base mixed with tropical fruits and marshmallows. The salad starts with whipped topping blended smoothly with vanilla yogurt, providing a light and creamy foundation. Into this, shredded sweetened coconut, drained mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, maraschino cherries, and optional chopped pecans and fruit-flavored mini marshmallows are folded gently to preserve texture.
The flavor is a mix of tropical fruit sweetness and mild creaminess, with the marshmallows adding chewiness and the coconut contributing a delicate bite. The salad is served chilled, which enhances the refreshing quality and melds the flavors.
This dish works well as a side at potlucks or barbecues and can also be enjoyed as a dessert. The recipe suggests alternatives for the whipped topping if you prefer less processed options.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whipped topping thawed, frozen
- ½ cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup coconut shredded, sweetened
- 11 ounces mandarin oranges drained, canned
- 8 ounces pineapple tidbits drained, or crushed pineapple, canned
- 1 cup maraschino cherries drained
- ½ cup pecans optional, chopped
- 1 ½ cups marshmallow mini; fruit-flavored
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the whipped topping and yogurt.
- Using a rubber spatula, carefully fold remaining ingredients into whipped topping.
- Chill before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mainstream frozen whipped topping with all-natural or stabilized whipped cream if preferred.
- Drain canned fruits well to avoid excess liquid making the salad watery.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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