Best Tropical Pina Colada Ambrosia Salad Recipes

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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 SALAD



Ambrosia Salad image

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

PINA COLADA MOLDED SALAD



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My gelatin ring gets a tropical twist from coconut, pineapple and macadamia nuts. It's a wonderful anytime treat. Now that I'm retired from teaching, I have more time for kitchen experiments. -Carol Gillespie, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple
2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
1 cup cream of coconut
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup lemon-lime soda
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Pineapple chunks and freshly shredded coconut, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set the pineapple aside. In a large saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes., Remove from the heat; stir in the cream of coconut, sour cream, soda and reserved pineapple juice. Transfer to a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. , Fold in the flaked coconut, nuts and reserved pineapple. Pour into a 6-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until firm. , To serve, unmold salad onto a platter. Fill the center with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 20g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PINA COLADA SALAD



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Coconut lovers check this out! This dessert is so delicious, I made it for a teacher's luncheon, and they sent me to the office to make copies for everyone.

Provided by Aunt Paula

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice
1 (3 ounce) package instant coconut cream pudding mix
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
3 ounces cream cheese
1/3 cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Mix crushed pineapple with juice, instant pudding and coconut.
  • Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Cream together cream cheese and sugar in separate bowl.
  • Then fold into other mixture; chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.1, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 11.7, Sodium 161.7, Carbohydrate 37.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 33.9, Protein 1.7

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