Carrot Marshmallow Salad
Brighten up your table with this delightful Carrot Marshmallow Salad—a vibrant mix of shredded carrots, soft mini marshmallows, and juicy pineapple tidbits, all tossed in a creamy citrus-infused dressing. This no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, featuring a zesty blend of orange juice, sour cream, honey, and lemon zest for a sweet and tangy flavor profile that’s utterly irresistible. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light dessert, this chilled salad appeals to all ages with its unique combination of textures and tastes. Serve it at picnics, potlucks, or holiday gatherings for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium carrots
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup pineapple tidbits
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots using a coarse grater. Place the grated carrots in a large bowl.
Add the mini marshmallows and pineapple tidbits to the bowl with the carrots.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, sour cream, honey, lemon zest, and salt to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the carrot mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, give the salad a quick stir and garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Carrot Marshmallow Salad as a sweet side dish or light dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 891 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.9 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1292 mg | 27% | |
*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.
