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Heavenly Ambrosia Salad: Discover This Easy Recipe!

Heavenly Ambrosia Salad is a delightful and easy-to-make fruit salad that combines marshmallows, coconut, and a variety of fruits, all coated in a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup canned mandarin oranges drained
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks drained
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries drained and halved
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mini marshmallows, shredded coconut, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, and maraschino cherries. Gently fold the ingredients together to combine.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the sour cream mixture over the fruit and marshmallow mixture. Gently fold until everything is evenly coated.
  4. If using, stir in the chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled, and enjoy this delightful salad as a side dish or dessert.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a tropical twist, add diced mango or kiwi.
  • To make it lighter, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.

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