Ambrosia Salad Recipe

Ambrosia fruit salad is easy to make. The word "ambrosial" means worthy of gods or something which is pleasing to taste or smell. It is a variation of the traditional fruit salad. There are many versions of this fruit salad that can be made by using different fruits. Here is the traditional fruit ambrosia salad recipe along with other recipes for making different versions of the irresistible fruit salad.

Ambrosia Fruit Salad

Recipe # 1

Ingredients

• A can of pineapple chunks (drained)
• A can of mandarin oranges (drained)
• A cup of miniature marshmallows
• Sour cream (8 ounces)
• A cup of coconut or almond flakes

Procedure
You will need a large bowl for this recipe. Place the mandarin, pineapple chunks and marshmallows in the bowl. Gently, mix all the ingredients. Then pour a cup of sour cream into the mixture. You could use a low fat cream, in case you have weight issues. Toss it well. Make sure all the ingredients have blended well. Now, sprinkle the coconut flakes or almond flakes. Cover this mixture and refrigerate for an hour.

Recipe # 2

If you wish to try other recipes besides the aforementioned recipe for the traditional ambrosia salad, you can also make a delicious ambrosia fruit salad. Those who enjoy fruity desserts can try the following recipe. It will surely tickle your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Fresh strawberries (diced)
• Fresh pineapple (diced)
• 1 sliced banana
• 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar
• Pineapple juice
• chopped and roasted cashews

Procedure
Get a serving bowl. Place half of your diced fruits in the bowl. Now add powdered sugar and some of the roasted cashews. Sprinkle them over the fruits. Again add another layer of the fruits. Sprinkle a few roasted cashews. Pour pineapple juice over it. You could also use orange juice, the choice is yours. Now, cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours. Your fruity delight is ready!

Recipe # 3

Here is another recipe. You will need fruits and nuts for this fruity delight. You will go bananas over this one. Well, that is my opinion. Try this recipe to find out for yourself.

Ingredients

• 3 Oranges
• Shredded coconut - 1 cup
• 1 cup of chopped walnuts
• Maraschino cherries - 1/2 cup
• Mini marshmallows - 1/2 cup
• A quarter cup powdered sugar
• Lemon juice

Procedure
A large bowl will be needed for this recipe. Peel the oranges and keep large chunks aside. Peel and slice the banana into small chunks and sprinkle lemon juice on it. Add all the fruits and the sweetened coconut. Then fold the marshmallows and sugar in the mixture. Refrigerate and serve as dinner delight.

Recipe # 4

If you don't like the idea of putting sour cream, you could use whipped cream instead. So, for those who want a sweet fruity flavor, here's another way to make an excellent dessert for your dinner.

Ingredients

• Purple grapes or cherries - 1/2 cup
• Pineapple tidbits - 1 cup
• Whipped cream - 2 cups
• Mini marshmallows - 1cup
• Banana
• Vanilla essence
• Shredded coconut - 1/2 cup
• Chopped almonds - 1/2 cup
• Sugar - 1/4 cup
• A pinch of salt

Procedure
Take a serving bowl and add vanilla, marshmallows, sugar and salt to the whipped cream. Mix it properly, and add all the other fruits to the mixture. Fold in the shredded coconut and almonds. Keep the bowl covered and refrigerate. Let it chill for at least 3 hours. Serve in a glass bowl.

These were a few recipes for making ambrosia fruit salad. Do try these recipes. Believe me, these are easy-to-make salad recipes. Your family and friends will certainly enjoy the mouth-watering salad.