Description
A nostalgic, sweet, and creamy fruit salad with mandarin oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, and shredded coconut, bound together by a rich whipped topping. This easy-to-make dessert-style dish is perfect for potlucks and family gatherings, offering a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups mini marshmallows (or larger marshmallows cut into small pieces)
1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
Drain the mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple thoroughly.
In a large bowl, gently combine the drained fruits, marshmallows, and shredded coconut.
Fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is evenly coated.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For a vegan version, use a non-dairy whipped topping and ensure the coconut is unsweetened if desired.
This salad can be prepared up to 4 hours in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Adjust the quantity of marshmallows or coconut based on personal preference for texture and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg