Sara's 5 Cup Salad
Bright, creamy, and irresistibly sweet, Sara's 5 Cup Salad is a classic no-bake treat perfect for potlucks, picnics, and family gatherings. Bursting with juicy mandarin oranges and pineapple tidbits, this retro dessert salad is balanced by the soft fluffiness of mini marshmallows and the tropical crunch of sweetened shredded coconut. A dollop of tangy sour cream binds it all together, creating a creamy and refreshing dish that's ready in just 10 minutes. This fun, five-ingredient recipe is as easy to make as it is to enjoy, making it an ideal crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Serve it chilled and watch it disappear at your next gathering! Keywords: 5 cup salad, quick dessert salad, retro dessert, fruit salad with marshmallows.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mandarin oranges (canned, drained)
- 1 cup Pineapple tidbits (canned, drained)
- 1 cup Mini marshmallows
- 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup Sour cream
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, mini marshmallows, and shredded coconut.
Step 2
Gently mix the ingredients to ensure they are evenly distributed without breaking up the fruit.
Step 3
Add the sour cream to the bowl and fold it gently into the mixture, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly coated.
Step 4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Step 5
Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir, and transfer to a serving dish if desired.
Step 6
Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (844.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1267.7 |
| Total Fat 70.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 51.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 115mg | 0% |
| Sodium 414.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 170.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 129.9g | |
| Protein 12.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 377.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 577.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories