TROPICAL AMBROSIA DESSERT

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This invigorating dessert from Marie Dietz of North Troy, Vermont combines citrus fruit, coconut, dates and nuts for a real taste of the tropics. You can skip the sugar and, if you like, add a little pineapple juice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped pink grapefruit sections (about 1/2 medium grapefruit)
1/2 cup chopped orange segments
1 snack-size cup (4 ounces) pineapple tidbits, drained
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons chopped dates
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 teaspoon sugar, optional

Steps:

In two small serving dishes, layer the first six ingredients in the order listed; sprinkle with sugar if desired. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.