Description
A nostalgic, creamy citrus salad made with mandarin oranges, pineapple, vanilla pudding, whipped topping, and marshmallows. Perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or as a refreshing sweet treat any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Ensure your mixing bowl and spatula are clean and ready.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the drained mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and instant vanilla pudding mix. Stir gently to combine.
- Prepare your serving bowl, preferably chilled.
- Fold in the whipped topping, then the mini marshmallows, being careful not to overmix.
- Spread evenly in the serving bowl and smooth the top for a neat presentation.
- Chill for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
- Start with chilled ingredients for best texture.
- Drain canned fruits thoroughly to prevent a watery salad.
- Can be made a day ahead for convenience.
- Add chopped nuts, coconut, or berries for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: orange salad, fluff salad, mandarin orange dessert, pineapple salad, summer dessert