Vintage Ambrosia Salad (made with fresh fruit)
This fresh combination of fruit, whipped cream, marshmallows and toasted pecans makes a colorful and delicious side dish or dessert for your table.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans toasted
- ½ cup maraschino cherries drained and dried
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments approx 3-4 oranges - peeled and segments separated
- 1 cup pineapple fresh - chopped into bite-sized pieces
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 4 oz sour cream
- 3 cups miniature marshmallows approximately 6 oz
- 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
- Place glass bowl and beaters in freezer for 20-30 minutes to prepare for whipping cream.
- Spread chopped pecans on a baking sheet lined with parchment and bake at 350 degrees for 5-8 minutes, until toasted.
- Drain maraschino cherries and pat dry. Remove stems (save one or two for decoration if you'd like.)
- Peel mandarin oranges and break into segments, then chop pineapple into bite-sized pieces.
- Remove bowl from freezer and add heavy whipping cream and sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form, then add sour cream and beat just until combined.
- Fold in oranges, pineapple and cherries until coated with whipped cream.
- Gently fold in miniature marshmallows, then coconut flakes and toasted pecans.
- When thoroughly combined, place in a tightly covered glass bowl in the refrigerator. It is recommended that you allow it to set and chill for at least two hours before serving.
Notes
Variations
- Add 1 banana, sliced
- Add 1 cup seedless green grapes, sliced in half
- Substitute toasted walnuts or toasted almonds in place of toasted pecans
- Store in tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- Freezing is not recommended
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 56mgPotassium: 185mgFiber: 3gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 643IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg
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