Easter Ambrosia Salad
Easter Ambrosia Salad is a delightful and festive dish featuring a mix of fruits, nuts, and a creamy dressing. This light and refreshing salad is perfect for Easter celebrations and adds a colorful touch to your holiday table.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spoon
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 whisk
- 1 serving dish
Ingredients
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
- 1 cup canned mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened)
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and halved
- 1 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 1 cup sour cream For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt.
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the miniature marshmallows, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, maraschino cherries, and chopped pecans.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the sour cream mixture over the fruit mixture in the large bowl. Gently fold everything together until all the ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing.
- Transfer the ambrosia salad to a serving dish. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this festive treat!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the fruit based on your preferences. Fresh fruits like strawberries or blueberries can be great additions.
For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.