Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Ambrosia Salad

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Here is  sweet and delicious salad that can be eaten with a meal or as a dessert.  Ambrosia Salad is a traditional Southern United States dish that was very popular in the 1970s. The name is most likely derived from Greek mythology where it was known as the "food of the Greek gods". There are many variations of this dish, but it is basically a fruit salad with coconut and cream.  It's a light and delicious salad perfect for any potluck, barbeque or buffet. 



 Ingredients:
1 (11oz) can drained crushed pineapple
1 (15oz) can drained mandarin oranges
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mini marshmallows
1 cup shredded sweet coconut
1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries (optional)

Directions: 
Mix all ingredients together and chill in fridge for 1-2 hours.  Serve as a side or dessert.

 


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Posted by Kitchen Simmer at Wednesday, April 30, 2014
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29 comments:

  1. FaseelaDecember 28, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Gorgeous salad...........presented well too.

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  2. M. J. VitelliDecember 28, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    When I checked out your post I couldn't believe that I had decided to make this very yummy treat for the NY's party we are going as well..Love it! Thanks for checking out my blog and commenting and a very safe and healthy NY..Your friend @ iliketobakeandcook.blogspot.com

    M. J. <3

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  3. RavieNomNomsDecember 28, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    This is something I have never seen before. What an interesting yummy treat

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  4. AarthiDecember 28, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Delicious..Yummy one to try it asap

    Aarthi
    http://yummytummy-aarthi.blogspot.com/

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  5. Manju @ Manjus Eating DelightsDecember 28, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    Thats such a perfect salad :-) Sweet and really cute!!
    Have a lovely New Year!!

    Regards,
    Manju
    http://manjuseatingdelights.blogspot.com

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  6. grubarazziDecember 28, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Oh wow! This really brings me back. Thanks for reminding me of this really yummy recipe. Great pics!

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  7. Nalini's KitchenDecember 28, 2011 at 2:17 PM

    Delicious...first time here,following you dear.Please do drop at my space.
    Cheers
    nalini

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  8. Terri @ that's some good cookin'December 28, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    This is so funny! You were making Watergate Salad and I was thinking about making Ambrosia Salad. Our minds must be moving along the same track right now. Are you going to use this for your 70's party? I was raised in the South and I can tell you that Ambrosia Salad was a classic 'must have' every Christmas. Thanks so much for sharing the recipe here.

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  9. Cucina49December 28, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    This is such a classic, and I love the your recipe doesn't have mayo (which I hate) in it. Sour cream is a great substitution.

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  10. UnknownDecember 28, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Love the addition of sour cream. Great classic recipe!

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  11. divyaDecember 28, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Yum yum,mouthwatering here..

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  12. TorviewtorontoDecember 28, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    lovely combination looks wonderful

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  13. TiffanyDecember 28, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    This reminds me of my nana! Thank you for sharing! HUGS and happy new year!!!

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  14. Purabi NahaDecember 29, 2011 at 1:31 AM

    I have never eaten marshmallows in a salad, this looks intriguing! Loved this recipe!

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  15. AnonymousDecember 29, 2011 at 2:04 AM

    Being a girl from the South, I'm well familiar with this...one of my favorites!

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  16. FaseelaDecember 29, 2011 at 4:02 AM

    Please grab the award which is waiting for u at my space………..here z d link.
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  17. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeDecember 29, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    I remember discovering this salad in my college dorm cafeteria! I filled up my plate whenever it was served :) I need to make yours...mmmmmmm.

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  18. StephanieDecember 29, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    A lot of people get freaked out by ambrosia salad, but I actually love it! Save a big bowl for me please!

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  19. Anne@frommysweetheartDecember 29, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    I love this Ramona! Sweet and light and don't even get me started on how I feel about coconut! So pretty, too! : )

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  20. Kiri W.December 30, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    haha this is one of the dihes i just can't fathom! Maybe I just need to try it...

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  21. Jersey Girl CooksDecember 30, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    I adore ambrosia! Thanks for posting the recipe.

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  22. SandraJanuary 5, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    This is so quick to pull together. No reason we can't have this often. Love your picture.

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  23. UnknownSeptember 14, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    I never add this much coconut, and I add more sour cream and more marshmallows. Always a delicious side dish to any summer meal.

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  24. Gloria FernandesApril 30, 2014 at 2:19 AM

    Wow!! Just look at that delicious salad.. Looks so good..

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  25. RiceandcoconutApril 30, 2014 at 7:30 AM

    I love that you add shredded coconut and crushed pineapple in this sweet salad,sweet citrusy YUM pass me the spoon please ;)

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  26. Georgia | The Comfort of CookingApril 30, 2014 at 5:57 PM

    This is totally calling to my citrusy, sweet cravings lately! What a delicious dessert!

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  27. UnknownApril 30, 2014 at 6:42 PM

    I've never made this before and only remember having it a few times growing up. It's time this dish and I become reacquainted.

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  28. AnonymousMay 22, 2018 at 2:11 AM

    Awesome greek dessert

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  29. Olga MAugust 31, 2019 at 3:06 PM

    I left out the coconut but added about 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts. YUMMY!!

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