Classic Ambrosia Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Treat your taste buds to a nostalgic delight with this *Classic Ambrosia Salad*, a timeless dessert that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or holiday gatherings. Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this no-cook recipe features sweet mandarin oranges, juicy pineapple tidbits, and maraschino cherries paired with fluffy miniature marshmallows, crunchy pecans, and delicate shredded coconut. The tangy richness of sour cream ties it all together for a creamy, refreshing finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this chilled ambrosia salad is the ultimate make-ahead dish that tastes even better after the flavors meld in the refrigerator. Simple, versatile, and packed with tropical charm, this classic fruit salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

7 items

• 11 ounces canned mandarin oranges
• 20 ounces canned pineapple tidbits
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup maraschino cherries
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. Drain the canned mandarin oranges and pineapple tidbits thoroughly, ensuring there is no excess liquid.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, sweetened shredded coconut, miniature marshmallows, chopped pecans, and maraschino cherries.

3. Gently fold in the sour cream, mixing until all the ingredients are evenly coated.

4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the ambrosia salad for at least 1 hour or until well chilled. This will allow the flavors to meld.

5. Stir the salad before serving to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

6. Serve cold and enjoy this classic, refreshing dessert.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (188.8g)

Calories		289
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		13.8 g	18%
	Saturated Fat	7.0 g	35%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		14 mg	5%
Sodium		34 mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate		39.3 g	14%
	Dietary Fiber	2.8 g	10%
	Total Sugars	26.6 g
Protein		3.2 g	6%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		60 mg	5%
Iron		0.6 mg	3%
Potassium		154 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 996 cal (42.4%%)

Protein: 100 cal (4.3%%)

Carbs: 1254 cal (53.4%%)