Description
This classic Ambrosia Salad is a refreshing and sweet dessert featuring mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, miniature marshmallows, shredded coconut, and creamy sour cream. Perfectly chilled, it blends fruity and creamy textures for a delightful treat that’s easy to prepare and serves well as a side dish or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Mix-ins
- 1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Dressing
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Drain the fruit: Drain the canned mandarin oranges and pineapple tidbits thoroughly to prevent excess liquid from making the salad watery.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, place the drained mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, miniature marshmallows, and shredded coconut. Gently mix these ingredients to distribute evenly without breaking the fruit.
- Add sour cream: Pour the sour cream over the fruit and mix-ins, then carefully toss to coat everything evenly, ensuring the salad is creamy throughout.
- Chill the salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 to 3 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the marshmallows to soften for better texture.
- Serve: After chilling, gently stir the salad once more before serving. Serve cold as a refreshing dessert or side dish.
Notes
- Be sure to drain the canned fruits well to avoid a soggy salad.
- For a lighter option, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- The salad tastes best after chilling; prepare a few hours ahead of serving.
- You can add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for extra texture if desired.
- Keep refrigerated until served to maintain freshness.
