Best Watermelon Ambrosia Salad Recipes

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AMBROSIA SALAD



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This delicious Ambrosia Salad is so easy to make and always a big hit with kids and adults alike! Made in just one bowl, this classic dessert salad is the perfection addition to your next gathering!

Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 oz Cool Whip (, lite is fine)
1/2 cup sour cream (, light is fine)
11 oz mandarin oranges (drained)
20 oz crushed pineapple (drained)
10 oz maraschino cherries (drained, halved, and patted dry)
1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
2 cups miniature marshmallows
3/4 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, cashews optional)

Steps:

  • Fold sour cream into Cool Whip in a large serving bowl.
  • Fold in remaining ingredients making sure the pineapple, oranges, and cherries have been properly drained.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 50 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 29 g, ServingSize 1 serving

WATERMELON AMBROSIA



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Colorful watermelon, pineapple, fruit cocktail, maraschino cherries and more are combined in this eye-catching fruit salad that's sure to take center stage at your next summer buffet! -Sandy leversee, Apache Junction, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium watermelon
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits, drained
1 can (15 ounces) reduced-sugar fruit cocktail, drained
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, well drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup diet lemon-lime soda, chilled
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Cut watermelon into basket (see box below). Remove fruit from both sections of the top. Remove fruit from basket with a melon baller. Set aside 3 cups of melon balls (save remaining melon for another use)., In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, fruit cocktail, oranges, cherries, marshmallows and reserved watermelon balls. Add soda; gently toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled. Just before serving, stir in coconut. Spoon into watermelon basket.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 25mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AMBROSIA SALAD



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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 :

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

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.

WATERMELON AMBROSIA SALAD



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Make and share this Watermelon Ambrosia Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by opera_vanderzee

Categories     Low Protein

Time 25m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium watermelon
1 (20 ounce) can unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (15 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
1 (10 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
1 cup miniature marshmallow
1 cup carbonated lemon-lime beverage, cold
1/4 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Cut watermelon into a basket. Melon ball the fruit out of all the pieces. You will need about 4 cups of balls and save the rest for another use. In a large bowl, combine fruit cocktail, oranges, cherries, pineapple, marshmellows and watermelon balls. Add soda, toss lightly. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. (about 2 hours) Just before serving, stir in coconut and spoon into the basket.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.1, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 20.6, Carbohydrate 73, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 60.8, Protein 3.8

AMBROSIA SALAD



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Make and share this Ambrosia Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lets.eat

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 1/2 ounces instant vanilla pudding
8 ounces whipped topping
1/2 cup milk
20 ounces crushed pineapple, well drained
15 ounces peaches, drained and diced (not in heavy syrup)
11 ounces mandarin oranges, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup halved maraschino cherry, drained

Steps:

  • Beat together pudding, whipped topping and milk. Fold in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

REFRESHING WATERMELON SALAD



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Surprising yet delicious combination of ingredients that can be had as a starter salad, healthy snack or a light meal.

Provided by CHICA3578

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup sliced red onion, cut lengthwise
15 cups cubed watermelon
3 cups cubed English cucumber
1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
cracked black pepper
sea salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, pour lime juice over red onions. Allow to marinate while assembling the salad.
  • Gently combine the watermelon, cucumber, feta cheese, and cilantro in a large bowl. Season with black pepper. Toss watermelon salad with marinated onions and season with sea salt just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 13.5 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 182.4 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

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