5 Cup Salad
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a classic 5 Cup Salad, a no-cook dessert or side dish that's as easy as it is delicious! Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings, this recipe combines the vibrant sweetness of canned pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges with fluffy mini marshmallows and tropical shredded coconut. Tangy sour cream ties it all together, creating a creamy, refreshing treat. Ready in just 10 minutes with only five simple ingredients, this crowd-pleaser is a chilled, make-ahead delight that will add a touch of retro charm to any occasion. Serve it as a fruity dessert salad or a sweet side dish—either way, it's sure to be a hit! Keywords: 5 Cup Salad recipe, easy fruit salad, retro dessert recipes, make-ahead salads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (drained)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the canned pineapple chunks and mandarin orange segments.
Add the mini marshmallows and sweetened shredded coconut to the bowl.
Gently fold in the sour cream until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.7 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 19 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 130 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
