Best Pear Blueberry Ambrosia With Creamy Lime Dressing Recipes

QUICK AMBROSIA FRUIT SALAD

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I start this with plenty of fruit, add the yogurt for dressing, then mix in just enough marshmallows and coconut so it tastes like the fresh and creamy version I grew up with. It's a well-loved recipe in my home now. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 can (8-1/4 ounces) fruit cocktail, drained
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup green grapes
1 cup seedless red grapes
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 medium banana, sliced
3/4 cup vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

AMBROSIA FRUIT SALAD

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My mom's ambrosia salad, with its tasty combination of fresh fruits and creamy yogurt, is a family favorite, and a great addition to a backyard barbecue. -Colleen Belbey, Warwick, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
1-1/2 cups green grapes
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 large banana, sliced
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped almonds
3/4 cup vanilla yogurt
Toasted sweetened shredded coconut, optional

Steps:

Combine the first seven ingredients; gently fold in yogurt. Refrigerate until serving. If desired, top with toasted coconut.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PISTACHIO AMBROSIA

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For a fruity, satisfying dessert, we like this smooth and creamy pudding. Since the recipe makes a big batch, it's nice for a potluck. Try it the next time warm weather makes you crave a cool and slightly sweet treat. -Carol Lynn Chizzoniti, Holbrook, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cans (17 ounces each) fruit cocktail
2 cans (20 ounces each) pineapple chunks
2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges
4 packages (3.4 ounces each) instant pistachio pudding mix
2 cups sour cream
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

Drain fruit cocktail, pineapple and oranges, reserving 3 cups juice. Set fruit aside; pour juice into a 4-qt. bowl. Add pudding mix and mix until smooth. Stir in sour cream. Add whipped topping and mix until smooth. Fold in fruit; chill for several hours. Top with pecans just before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 7g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.