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Ambrosia Salad II

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"This is my mom's favorite salad. My grandmother always made it during the holidays in Alabama." — MARGIESAULS2001

Directions

In a large bowl, combine mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, bananas, coconut, marshmallows, and pecan pieces. Fold in whipped topping. Garnish with maraschino cherries. Chill for 1 hour or overnight.

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PREP 15 mins
COOK 1 hr
READY IN 1 hr 15 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Sep 27, 2003

I used half the whipped topping, omitted the bananas, added grapes, and used pineapple chunks instead of crushed pineapple. It was delicious and just like the one my grandma used to make. Definitely a keeper for future family get togethers!!!

—ZGIRL1019

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 25, 2011

This was okay. I don't think I like the marshmallows all that much. I didn't use coconut because I'm allergic. I also left out the pecan because my mom doesn't have teeth. I added extra cherries. My mom used to make a better version that was just fruit cocktail and whipped cream.

—Roni Dollface

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Mar 27, 2005

I served this with Easter dinner and everybody had seconds. I used an 8 oz. container of Cool Whip instead of the 16 oz. It was perfect consistency. Also I wasn't sure if I was supposed to drain the oranges or not so I played it safe and drained them.

—MARMARL

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Nov 25, 2005

This was really yummy! If you add a small box of orange jello mix, it gives it a tint of orange color and a good flavor!

—Dena

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Sep 20, 2005

Great Recipe, but had to omit some ingredients so husband could eat it. I used the mandarin oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, and added bananas to individual bowls. Since the banana turns it's color overnight. I also substituted sourcream instead of whipped topping. I really enjoyed having this with my meal for dinner, as well as husband. Easy & Fast to make. Will make recipe again.

—Shane and Di

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Apr 17, 2005

I first fell in love with ambrosia salad a couple years ago when my sister's mother-in-law made it. So i finally got this recipe for thanksgiving this year and LOVED it! I think the other reviewers are right though maybe less whipped topping.

—Rachel Lane

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Dec 28, 2007

I used the juice from the pineapple and oranges to coat the bananas before I put them in with the rest of the mixture, so the bananas wouldn't turn brown. Left out the nuts (don't like them) and cherries and used low-fat cool whip. Everyone loved it and it stayed good for several days in the fridge. Thanks for the recipe!

—Jacquita

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Nov 27, 2005

Delicious! My mom & brothers fought over the last bites! I cut down on the marshmallows & whipped cream by about half & it was perfect!

—ELLEN1269

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Nutrition

Calories
344 kcal
17%

Carbohydrates
41.5 g
13%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
20.2 g
31%

Fiber
3.5 g
14%

Protein
2.4 g
5%

Sodium
57 mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Ambrosia Salad II

Serving Size: 1/12 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 344
Calories from Fat: 182

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.2g 31 %
Saturated Fat 12g 60 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 57mg 2 %
** Potassium 281mg 8 %
Total Carbohydrates 41.5g 13 %
** Dietary Fiber 3.5g 14 %
Protein 2.4g 5 %
** Sugars 26.9g
Vitamin A 6 %
Vitamin C 22 %
Calcium 3 %
Iron 7 %
** Thiamin 10 %
** Niacin 7 %
** Vitamin B6 10 %
** Magnesium 12 %
** Folate 6 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.