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Bowl of ambrosia salad with mixed fruit and marshmallows.

Ambrosia Salad: A Sweet Classic That Never Goes Out of Style

Chef Jenn
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Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup greek vanilla yogurt
  • 1 cup Cool Whip topping
  • 8 ounces pineapple tidbits drained
  • 11 ounces mandarin oranges drained
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries drained
  • 1-1/2 cup green grapes
  • 1-1/2 cup marshmallows fruit-flavored
  • 1/2 cup coconut shredded
  • 1/4 cup pecans toasted and chopped
  • coconut toasted and shredded (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Combine the Greek vanilla yogurt and thawed Cool Whip in a large mixing bowl. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  • Add the drained pineapple tidbits, mandarin oranges, maraschino cherries, and green grapes to the bowl. Gently stir to combine without breaking the fruit.
  • Mix in the miniature fruit-flavored marshmallows, sweetened shredded coconut, and toasted chopped pecans. Ensure everything is evenly coated in the creamy mixture.
  • Chill the ambrosia salad in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld together and the texture firm up slightly.
  • Garnish with reserved pecans, toasted coconut, and a few maraschino cherries with stems before serving for a beautiful presentation.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Use a gentle folding motion when mixing to avoid crushing the delicate fruits like mandarin oranges and grapes. Or, add them at the end and just mix until combined.
  • For added flavor, lightly toast the shredded coconut and pecans before incorporating them into the salad.
  • If you want to make it extra special, serve the ambrosia salad in individual dessert cups or a large, clear serving bowl to showcase the colorful ingredients.
  • You can adjust the sweetness by using unsweetened coconut or Greek yogurt without added sugar.
  • For a fun twist, consider adding a splash of juice from the maraschino cherries for a slight pink hue.

A Note on Nutritional Information

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