Description
Ambrosia Salad is a deliciously creamy and fruity dessert that combines whipped cream, Greek yogurt, and tropical fruits like pineapple, mandarin oranges, and maraschino cherries. It’s perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to holiday celebrations, and is both refreshing and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) pineapple tidbits, drained
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and halved
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Whip the cream: In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream on medium speed for about 1-2 minutes until it thickens. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the Greek yogurt.
- Prepare the fruit: Drain the mandarin oranges and pineapple tidbits well. Add these fruits to a large mixing bowl.
- Combine ingredients: Add maraschino cherries, mini marshmallows, and shredded coconut to the fruit. Gently fold in the whipped cream mixture.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to blend and the texture to set.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute regular yogurt for Greek yogurt.
- Feel free to add or substitute other fruits, such as grapes or strawberries.
- Keep the marshmallows out until just before serving to maintain their texture.
- This salad can be prepared a few hours ahead of time for easy preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg