Description
Ambrosia Salad is a delightful, creamy fruit salad combining pineapple, mandarin oranges, cherries, grapes, apples, and sweetened coconut flakes, all gently folded into vanilla Greek yogurt and whipped topping for a refreshing, sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup green seedless grapes, sliced in half
- 1 small red apple, cut in small pieces
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1/2 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup Greek vanilla yogurt
- 1 container (8 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed (or fresh sweetened whipped cream)
Instructions
- Combine the fruits and mix-ins: In a large bowl, add the drained pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, maraschino cherries, halved grapes, small pieces of red apple, miniature marshmallows, and sweetened coconut flakes. Stir gently to combine these ingredients evenly.
- Add the creamy elements: Spoon in the vanilla Greek yogurt and the thawed Cool Whip (or fresh sweetened whipped cream). Using a spatula, fold the mixture gently, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly combined without crushing the fruit.
- Chill the salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the salad to chill properly, making it refreshing and enjoyable when served.
- Serve and enjoy: After chilling, give the salad a gentle stir and serve cold as a sweet side dish or dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh whipped cream for Cool Whip if preferred.
- For a different twist, try adding nuts like chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.
- The salad is best served within 24 hours to maintain freshness and texture.
- Make sure to drain canned fruits thoroughly to avoid a watery salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
