Bring a pop of color and sweetness to your table with this delightful Pink Salad, a retro-style dessert loaded with a medley of fruit and creamy goodness. This no-bake, 15-minute recipe combines tangy cranberry jelly, juicy pineapple chunks, and vibrant mandarin orange slices with pillowy mini marshmallows and a velvety blend of whipped topping and cream cheese. A sprinkle of optional chopped walnuts or pecans adds a satisfying crunch to every bite. Perfect for holiday spreads, potlucks, or as a refreshing treat on warm days, this chilled fruit salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Easy to make and irresistibly creamy, Pink Salad is sure to be a standout on any dessert table!
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and cranberry jelly. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and evenly combined.
Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Add the pineapple chunks, mandarin orange slices, and mini marshmallows to the bowl. Stir gently to evenly distribute the ingredients without breaking up the fruit.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch and flavor.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and for the salad to set.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and garnish with additional chopped nuts or a dollop of whipped topping if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Calories |
1981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.1 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.9 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 448 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 251.3 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 190.4 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 834 mg | 18% | |
*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.