Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Ambrosia Salad Recipe with Cool Whip, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This colorful and creamy fruit salad combines vibrant mandarin oranges, juicy pineapple chunks, and sweet maraschino cherries for a refreshing treat. Enhanced by vanilla Greek yogurt and mini vegan marshmallows, this recipe is both kid-friendly and quick to prepare—ready in just 5 minutes! Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or holiday gatherings, this ambrosia salad is sure to impress guests with its nostalgic charm and delicious taste. Serve it chilled for the best experience, and feel free to customize with seasonal fruits or optional toppings like chopped pecans for added crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz Mandarin Oranges (drained)
- 20 oz Pineapple Chunks (drained)
- 12 oz Maraschino Cherries (drained)
- 3/4 cup Vanilla Greek Yogurt
- 1 cup Shredded Coconut
- 1 cup Mini Vegan Marshmallows
- 8 oz Cool Whip Whipped Topping
Instructions
- Drain all fruits thoroughly to avoid excess liquid.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, and maraschino cherries.
- Add vanilla Greek yogurt, shredded coconut, and mini vegan marshmallows; mix well.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip using a spatula until combined.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Stir before serving and top with chopped pecans if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg