Old Fashioned Ambrosia Salad Recipe

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4.9

39 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    358 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Old Fashioned Ambrosia Salad Recipe

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Ambrosia salad is a marshmallow fruit salad made with Cool Whip, coconut, and canned fruit. It's a staple at holiday dinners and potlucks!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 11 ounces mandarin orange drained
  • 20 ounces pineapple drained, crushed
  • 10 ounces maraschino cherries drained
  • 1 cup coconut shredded
  • 2 cups marshmallows rainbow mini
  • 3/4 cups pecan optional, crushed

Instructions

  1. Fold together cool whip and sour cream in a large mixing bowl until completely incorporated.
  2. Stir in the drained mandarins and pineapple, followed by the coconut and rainbow marshmallows.
  3. Add in the pecans, if using.
  4. Drain and press the cherries between two sheets of paper towel, then carefully stir into the ambrosia salad to prevent bruising.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 358kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 12mg (4%) Sodium 74mg (3%) Potassium 290mg (6%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 45g (90%) Vitamin A 455IU (9%) Vitamin C 17.3mg (19%) Calcium 100mg (10%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 358 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 358kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 74mg 3%
Potassium 290mg 6%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 45g 90%
Vitamin A 455IU 9%
Vitamin C 17.3mg 19%
Calcium 100mg 10%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

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

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