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Ambrosia Salad

A colorful four-ingredient ambrosia salad that comes together without cooking.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 11-ounce cans Mandarin Oranges drained well
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries drained and halved
  • 1 1/2 cups Shredded Coconut
  • 3 cups Mini Marshmallows

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Drain the Mandarin Oranges and Maraschino Cherries well, then halve the cherries.
  2. Fold the fruit and Shredded Coconut together in a large bowl.
  3. Add the Mini Marshmallows and fold gently until evenly distributed.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Fold gently before serving and keep leftovers refrigerated.

Notes

  • Drain the fruit thoroughly to prevent a watery salad.
  • Keep the salad at 40°F or below and refrigerate it within 2 hours.
  • Use leftovers within 3 to 4 days for the best quality.