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Cranberry Ambrosia Salad

A delightful salad combining fresh cranberries, sweet marshmallows, and tropical pineapple, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Keyword: Ambrosia Salad, Cranberry Salad, Easy Salad, Fruity Salad, holiday salad
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

Fruit and Nuts

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped About 100g
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows About 100g
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained About 250g
  • 1 cup shredded coconut About 85g
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts About 100g

Dressing

  • 1 cup sour cream About 240ml, can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Optional, adjust based on taste
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped fresh cranberries, mini marshmallows, pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts. Stir gently to mix.

Dressing

  • In a separate small bowl, mix together the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Pour the creamy dressing over the fruit mixture and gently fold everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Refrigeration

  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

Serving

  • Serve chilled, garnished with extra shredded coconut or chopped nuts.

Notes

Adjust sweetness to your taste. Customize nuts or experiment with additional fruits like mandarin oranges.