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Ambrosia Salad Recipe – Creamy Classic Fruit Salad for Any Occasion

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Ambrosia Salad is a creamy fruit salad made with pineapple, mandarin oranges, cherries, marshmallows, coconut, yogurt, Cool Whip, and pecans.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 20 oz pineapple chunks
  • 15 oz mandarin oranges
  • 15 oz fruit cocktail
  • 10 oz maraschino cherries
  • 6 oz vanilla yogurt
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup coconut flakes
  • 8 oz Cool Whip
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain and pat dry all fruit.
  2. Reserve some fruit and toppings for garnish.
  3. Mix all ingredients gently in a large bowl.
  4. Transfer to serving dish and garnish.
  5. Chill or serve immediately.

Notes

  • Remove excess moisture from fruit for best texture.
  • Toast coconut for extra flavor.
  • Sour cream can replace yogurt if needed.
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated.
  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian