Best Holiday Ambrosia Salad Recipes

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AMBROSIA SALAD



Ambrosia Salad image

During last-minute menu planning, I often include this classic ambrosia salad recipe because I keep the ingredients on hand. -Judi Bringegar, Liberty, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oranges, pineapple, marshmallows and coconut. Add sour cream and toss to mix. Cover and refrigerate for several hours.

Nutrition Facts :

CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY AMBROSIA SALAD



Christmas Holiday Ambrosia Salad image

We took a traditional side dish and turned it into the best Christmas Holiday Ambrosia Salad. Loaded with cranberries, pecans, mandarin oranges and more. A holiday favorite!

Provided by Nicole Cook

Categories     Salads and Soups

Time 12h10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 14 ounce can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 8 ounce can crushed pineapple, drained
1 8 ounce can shredded pineapple, drained
1 11-15 ounce can mandarin oranges, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
8 ounces of homemade or store-bought whipped cream
1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
1 cup shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the whole berry cranberry sauce, both pineapples and mandarin oranges.
  • Add the whipped cream and vanilla yogurt. Mix and combine well.
  • Gently fold in the marshmallows, coconut and pecans.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  • Serve chilled. Serve on lettuce or spinach leaves for holiday serving - looks incredibly festive!

HOLIDAY AMBROSIA SALAD



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My Mom would make this every Thanksgiving and Christmas, and it has been a family favorite for three generations. The dressing is gently cooked, and the salad so light you can serve it anytime.

Provided by Dad

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Fruit Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
¾ cup white sugar
2 large eggs eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 (8 ounce) cans pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
1 cup shredded coconut
4 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain, transfer to a large bowl, and cool.
  • Whisk the sugar, eggs, flour, salt, and reserved pineapple juice together in a saucepan until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture thickens. Pour over cooled pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 8 hours.
  • Stir the pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges into the pasta mixture. Mix in the coconut if desired. Stir in the frozen whipped topping until evenly blended. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33.7 g, Cholesterol 23.3 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 101.2 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

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