Description
A delightful, creamy fruit salad that combines mandarin oranges, pineapple, cherries, and mini marshmallows for a refreshing treat, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
- 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently mix the drained mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, maraschino cherries, and mini marshmallows until evenly distributed.
- In another bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into your fruit mixture.
- If using, fold in shredded coconut and nuts.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
Notes
Whip the salad a day in advance to enhance the flavors. Avoid overmixing to maintain texture. You can substitute fresh fruits if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg