Ambrosia Salad II

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 1

Scrumptious Ambrosia Salad recipe for a refreshing dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

402

Sugar

57g

Fat

20g

Ambrosia Salad II is a classic Southern dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. The name 'ambrosia' comes from Greek mythology and means 'food of the gods'. This salad is typically served at potlucks, family gatherings, and other social occasions, as it's a crowd-pleaser that requires very little effort to make. The combination of fruit, marshmallows, and whipped topping in Ambrosia Salad is reminiscent of another popular dish - fruit salad - but with a sweeter, richer twist.

Instructions

1.	Drain the canned fruits and set aside.
2.	In a large bowl, combine mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, sliced bananas, flaked coconut, miniature marshmallows, and pecan pieces.
3.	Add the thawed whipped topping and mix gently until all ingredients are coated.
4.	Fold in maraschino cherries.
5.	Refrigerate until chilled, then serve and enjoy!

PROS

Ambrosia Salad II is a refreshing and sweet dessert that’s perfect for summer.

It’s easy to make and requires no baking.

The combination of fruits, marshmallows, and whipped topping makes for a delicious treat that kids and adults alike will love.

CONS

Ambrosia Salad II contains a high amount of sugar from the canned fruits and marshmallows.

It’s also relatively high in calories due to the whipped topping and coconut.

Those who are watching their sugar or calorie intake should enjoy this dessert in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Ambrosia Salad II isn’t necessarily a health food, it does contain various fruits that offer some nutritional benefits.
The mandarin oranges and pineapple provide vitamin C, while the bananas provide potassium.
Coconut can also provide healthy fats and fiber when consumed in moderation.

	1 can mandarin oranges
	1 can crushed pineapple , drained
	3 bananas , sliced
	2 cups flaked coconut
	2 cups miniature marshmallows
	1 cup pecan pieces
	1 container frozen whipped topping , thawed
	1 cup maraschino cherries