Tropical Ambrosia Delight Salad
Indulge in this refreshing Tropical Ambrosia Delight Salad, a delightful blend of fruits and creamy goodness that will elevate your dessert experience! Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or holiday celebrations, this vibrant salad combines the sweetness of crushed pineapple, juicy peaches, tangy mandarin oranges, and fluffy miniature marshmallows, all enveloped in a smooth vanilla pudding dressing. With the added texture of coconut and the sweetness of maraschino cherries, this dessert not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also adds a colorful centerpiece to any table. Prepare this dish ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld beautifully, and serve chilled for a truly divine dessert.
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Servings
200
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Instant vanilla pudding
3.5 ounces (dry mix)
Whipped topping
8 ounces (thawed)
Milk
1/2 cup (whole or 2% milk)
Crushed pineapple
20 ounces (well drained)
Peaches
15 ounces (drained and diced (not in heavy syrup))
Mandarin oranges
11 ounces (drained)
Miniature marshmallows
2 cups (none)
Flaked coconut
1/2 cup (none)
Maraschino cherries
1/2 cup (halved and drained)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk. Whisk together until smooth.
2
Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated.
3
Add the well-drained crushed pineapple, diced peaches, mandarin oranges, miniature marshmallows, flaked coconut, and halved maraschino cherries to the mixture.
4
Gently stir until all ingredients are well combined, taking care not to break the fruit pieces.
5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
6
Serve chilled, garnished with additional maraschino cherries or a sprinkle of coconut if desired.
Nutrition Information
7.25g
Fat
34.58g
Carbs
1.83g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tropical Ambrosia Delight Salad?
It is a refreshing blend of fruits and creamy vanilla pudding dressing, perfect for gatherings and picnics.
What is the main base of the dressing?
The dressing is made from a combination of instant vanilla pudding mix, milk, and whipped topping.
How much instant vanilla pudding is needed?
The recipe requires one 3.5-ounce package of instant vanilla pudding mix.
Should the pudding mix be dry when added?
Yes, the pudding is added as a dry mix and then whisked with milk.
What type of whipped topping is required?
The recipe calls for 8 ounces of whipped topping that has been thawed.
How much milk should I add to the pudding?
You should use 1/2 cup of milk.
What kind of milk is recommended for this recipe?
Whole or 2% milk is recommended for the best consistency.
How should the crushed pineapple be prepared?
You should use 20 ounces of crushed pineapple that has been well drained.
What is the specified amount of peaches?
The recipe uses 15 ounces of peaches that have been drained and diced.
Should the peaches be in heavy syrup?
No, the recipe specifies using peaches that are not in heavy syrup.
How should the mandarin oranges be prepared?
Use 11 ounces of mandarin oranges that have been drained.
How many marshmallows are used in the salad?
The recipe requires 2 cups of marshmallows.
What size of marshmallows are used?
Miniature marshmallows are used to provide a fluffy texture.
What type of coconut is added to the mixture?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of flaked coconut.
How should the maraschino cherries be prepped?
The cherries should be halved and drained before being added.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 9 key ingredients in this Tropical Ambrosia Delight Salad.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to whisk the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk together in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
How should the whipped topping be added?
The whipped topping should be gently folded into the pudding mixture until fully incorporated.
When do I add the fruit and marshmallows?
Add the pineapple, peaches, oranges, marshmallows, coconut, and cherries after the pudding and whipped topping are combined.
How should the mixture be stirred?
Gently stir the ingredients to ensure they are combined without breaking the delicate fruit pieces.
How long does it need to refrigerate before serving?
The salad should be refrigerated for at least 1 hour.
What is the purpose of refrigerating the salad?
Refrigeration allows the flavors to meld together and ensures the dish is served chilled.
What should I use to cover the bowl in the fridge?
The bowl should be covered with plastic wrap while chilling.
How should the salad be served?
It should be served chilled, ideally garnished for better presentation.
What can be used for garnish?
You can garnish the salad with additional maraschino cherries or a sprinkle of coconut.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are approximately 200 calories per serving.
What is the fat content of this salad?
One serving contains about 7.25g of fat.
How much protein does this dessert provide?
The salad provides approximately 1.83g of protein per serving.
What total carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are approximately 34.58g of carbohydrates per serving.
What occasions are suitable for this salad?
This salad is perfect for gatherings, picnics, holiday celebrations, and summer events.