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Grandma's Ambrosia Salad

My grandma's recipe for the iconic light and refreshing dessert that includes mandarin oranges, coconut, marshmallows, pineapple, and whipped topping.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 154 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 11 ounce can mandarin oranges drained
  • 8 ounce can crushed pineapple drained
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 8 ounce container cool whip

Instructions

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  1. Place the oranges, pineapple, coconut and marshmallows in a large bowl. Add the Cool Whip and, using a rubber spatula, gently fold the mixture until all of the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Ambrosia can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Nutritional values are based on one serving
  • Fruit Options: Fresh orange segments, maraschino cherries, bananas, strawberries, grapes, or canned fruit cocktail.
  • Dressing Options: Pudding, cream cheese, yogurt, sour cream, or Jello.
  • Cool Whip Alternative: Use homemade whipped cream in its place.
  • Freezing Instructions: I only recommend freezing ambrosia if you use all canned fruit and Cool Whip. Using fresh fruit and/or homemade whipped cream can cause it to be soggy and watery when thawed.
  • Make-Ahead: This can be mixed together and refrigerated the day before serving.
  • Storage: Ambrosia can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 154kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 3mg (1%) Sodium 60mg (3%) Potassium 137mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 220IU (4%) Vitamin C 8.8mg (10%) Calcium 35mg (4%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154

% Daily Value*

Calories 154kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 60mg 3%
Potassium 137mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 220IU 4%
Vitamin C 8.8mg 10%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.