1 serving (150 grams) contains 215 calories, 2.0 grams of protein, 7.0 grams of fat, and 35.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
339.1 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 11.0 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7.9 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 78.9 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 55.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Sugars | 39.4 g | ||
| protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63.1 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 236.6 mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Ambrosia salad
Ambrosia Salad is a classic American dessert often associated with Southern and holiday cuisine, particularly in family gatherings. This sweet, creamy dish combines whipped topping or yogurt with canned fruit like mandarin oranges, pineapples, cherries, and shredded coconut. Some variations also include miniature marshmallows, pecans, or bananas. Known for its unique blend of textures and flavors, Ambrosia Salad offers a nostalgic charm but is not considered a health-conscious option due to its high sugar content from canned fruits, marshmallows, and sweetened whipped cream. However, fresh fruit alternatives and yogurt can make it a lighter choice, adding fiber, vitamins, and probiotics to the mix. Despite its decadent nature, Ambrosia Salad’s vibrant appearance and tropical taste make it a festive addition to any table. It represents a quintessential example of comfort food from mid-20th-century American culture.
