Nut-Free Classic Ambrosia Salad
Creamy, fruity, and utterly irresistible, this Nut-Free Classic Ambrosia Salad is a delicious twist on the traditional Southern favorite, perfect for those with nut allergies. Packed with sweet mini marshmallows, tangy mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and vibrant maraschino cherries, this recipe is a delightful medley of tropical flavors and textures. Creamy vanilla Greek yogurt and fluffy whipped topping bring it all together into a luscious, cloud-like salad that’s perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or as a refreshing dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy ambrosia salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s ready in a flash! Serve chilled for best results, and watch it become the star of the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mini marshmallows
- 11 ounces Mandarin oranges, canned and drained
- 20 ounces Crushed pineapple, canned and drained
- 1 cup Shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup Maraschino cherries, drained and halved
- 1 cup Vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1.5 cups Whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mini marshmallows, drained mandarin oranges, drained crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and halved maraschino cherries.
Gently fold in the vanilla Greek yogurt until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Add the whipped topping to the fruit and yogurt mixture. Carefully fold it in until everything is well combined and the salad is fluffy.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a side dish or dessert. Garnish with a few maraschino cherries on top for a decorative touch, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3337 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.7 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.7 g | 524% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 456 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 564.1 g | 205% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 410.2 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1879 mg | 40% | |
*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.
