Best Pineapple Walnut Delight Salad Recipes

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AMBROSIA SALAD (THE BEST FRUIT SALAD)



Ambrosia Salad (The BEST Fruit Salad) image

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 (20 oz) cans crushed pineapple (drained)
4 (15 oz) cans mandarin oranges (drained)
1 (8 oz) container of Cool Whip
1 (8 oz) container of sour cream
1 (10.5 oz) package miniature marshmallows
3/4 cup shredded coconut (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Mix pineapple, mandarin oranges, Cool Whip, sour cream, marshmallows, and shredded coconut together in a bowl.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until flavors blend. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Tastes even better when chilled overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 cal

PINEAPPLE WALNUT SALAD



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Provided by Stacey

Categories     Dessert     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (15 to 20-ounce) cans of crushed pineapple in juice
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
8 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 cup walnuts (coarsely chopped)

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple well in a mesh strainer.
  • Combine pineapple, cream cheese, and vanilla; mix well.
  • Gently fold in whipped topping.
  • Stir in powdered sugar and walnuts.
  • Chill several hours and serve cold.

CREAMY PINEAPPLE FLUFF SALAD



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Guests of all ages will gravitate to this traditional "fluff" salad, chock-full of pineapple, marshmallows and cherry bits. -Janice Hensley, Owingsville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cans (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
1-1/2 cups multicolored miniature marshmallows, divided
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/3 cup maraschino cherries, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk and lemon juice until smooth. Add pineapple and 1 cup marshmallows; fold in whipped topping. Sprinkle with the nuts, cherries and remaining marshmallows. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

WATERGATE SALAD



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This chilly delight is an American classic.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3.4 ounce) package instant pistachio pudding mix
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
1 cup miniature marshmallows
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together pudding mix, pineapple with juice, marshmallows, and nuts. Fold in whipped topping. Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.4 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 179.6 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

APRICOT GELATIN SALAD



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I serve this smooth, fluffy salad all year for special meals, but it's so pleasant around Eastertime with its pretty color and fruity flavor. The apricot pieces are an unexpected treat. - Ellen Benninger, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6 ounces) apricot or orange gelatin
2 cups boiling water
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (15 ounces) apricot halves, drained and chopped
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Additional chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in water. Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Add pineapple to gelatin and set aside. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and pineapple juice until smooth. Stir in gelatin mixture; chill until partially set, stirring occasionally. Stir in apricots and walnuts. Fold in whipped topping. pour into a 13x9-in. dish. Sprinkle with walnuts if desired. Chill until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This refreshing salad has a mildly tangy dressing that would complement most any entree. After enjoying a similar salad at a restaurant, I tried to re-create it at home. Adding sliced grilled chicken makes it a meal in itself.-Vickie Madrigal, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
6 cups torn romaine
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Cut slices in half; set aside. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, honey, vinegar, soy sauce and reserved pineapple juice; shake well. , Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Combine the romaine, onion slices and pineapple slices in a serving dish. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY PINEAPPLE-PEANUT SALAD



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In a salad rut? This recipe gets you thinking outside the box of leafy greens and into a whole new category of healthy sides by pairing slices of sweet, fresh pineapple with savory stars like roasted peanuts and thinly-sliced shallots. A zippy vinaigrette and fresh chile pepper tie together this simple, Thai-inspired side that is perfect for serving alongside meaty mains or saucy stir-fried tofu.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Serves 2 to 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 small pineapple, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1/2 small shallot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup roasted skin-on peanuts, chopped
1 serrano or Thai chile pepper, thinly sliced (ribs and seeds removed for less heat, if desired)
2 tablespoons sliced fresh mint leaves
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Arrange pineapple on a plate. Top with shallots, peanuts, chile pepper, and mint. Whisk together vinegar and oil; season generously with salt and pepper. Drizzle over salad and serve.

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