Best 8 Moms Fruit Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a refreshing symphony of flavors with Mom's Fruit Salad, a delightful medley of nature's sweetest offerings. This classic dish combines the vibrant colors and textures of fresh fruits, creating a vibrant and tantalizing treat. From the crisp bite of apples and the juicy burst of grapes to the velvety sweetness of peaches and the tangy zest of oranges, each ingredient contributes a unique layer of flavor to this irresistible salad. Whether you're seeking a healthy snack, a refreshing side dish, or a vibrant dessert, Mom's Fruit Salad is a versatile dish that caters to every palate. With variations ranging from a simple three-fruit combination to a tropical extravaganza, this recipe offers endless opportunities to customize and explore the world of fresh fruits.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOM'S FRUIT SALAD



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This is a really simple fruit salad spotlighting more citrusy flavors. The sauce is really thin and the perfect balance of sweetness with a touch of savoriness. Even though it is really thin, it still coats the fruit and leaves a nice flavor. We loved the combination of fruits - not one fruit overpowers another. The sauce does...

Provided by Becky Graves

Categories     Fruit Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 banana, sliced
1 apples, golden delicious, sliced
1 orange, peeled and sliced
1 c purple grapes, halved
1 c strawberries and/or kiwis, sliced
1 small lemon, juiced
1 small can pineapple tidbits, drained; reserve juice
SAUCE
1 pinch sugar
reserved pineapple juice
1 Tbsp mayonnaise

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all of the fruit in a medium bowl.
  • 2. Pour lemon juice over them; set aside.
  • 3. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sugar; stir well. Add pineapple juice a little at a time. The sauce should be a little thin, but not runny.
  • 4. Pour sauce over fruit; stir well. Cover bowl with plastic wrap. Chill salad and remove right before you're ready to eat (within 30 mins.- 1 hour or the bananas will go brown). Enjoy!

MOM'S HOLIDAY FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this mom's holiday fruit salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by teekie

Categories     Pineapple

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges
2 (16 ounce) cans chopped pineapple
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1/2 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • mix all ingredients and refrigerate 5-6 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616, Fat 42.5, SaturatedFat 22.6, Cholesterol 52.6, Sodium 72.8, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 39.8, Protein 8.3

MOM'S FRUIT SALAD WITH COOKED DRESSING



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This is an adaptation of several slightly different recipes, but slightly different from the rest. My family LOVES it--and so does everyone else who's tasted it! This is also wonderful as a topping for belgian waffles.

Provided by DeborahSu

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 2 gallons, 64 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, juice of
1 lemon, juice of
1 orange, juice of
vinegar (approx. 1 T)
1 grated lemon, rind of
1/2 grated orange, rind of
1/2 pint whipping cream, whipped
2 -3 apples
2 oranges
3 -4 bananas
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits (you used the juice in the dressing!)
1 cup grapes
1 cup cherries (fresh, frozen, or canned)
fruit (in season, canned, or frozen)
miniature marshmallow (to taste(I use 1/2 bag)

Steps:

  • Whisk the flour & sugar together. Beat eggs until light, and whisk in flour & sugar.
  • Drain a can of pineapple tidbits into a 2-cup measure, add the lemon and orange juices, and pour in enough vinegar to make 1-1/4 cups total liquid.
  • Add to the egg mixture. Cook in double boiler, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  • Chill thorougly, then fold in whipped cream.
  • Fold into your mixed fruit--you really can use whatever fruit you have on hand. I've added mango, pears, starfruit, kiwi, and I can't remember what all!
  • Chill and enjoy!

MOM'S FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Mom's Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Divinemom5

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cans fruit cocktail (in light syrup)
2 cans mandarin oranges
1 bag miniature marshmallow
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Drain fruit and place in mix bowl.
  • Stir in marshmallows and sour cream.
  • Chill and serve.
  • Can add nuts or coconut if desired.

MOM'S FROZEN FRUIT SALAD



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This fruit salad is a family favorite handed down to me by my mother, Marjorie V. Hutchinson.

Provided by Beth Steinke

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8.5 ounce) can crushed pineapple
1 banana, diced
1 (16.5 ounce) can pitted dark sweet cherries, drained
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add sour cream, sugar, and salt; mix well.
  • Drain pineapple, reserving the juice. Dip banana pieces into the pineapple juice and place in a bowl. Add cherries, oranges, and the pineapple.
  • Add marshmallows to the cream cheese mixture; fold in the fruit mixture. Grease a fluted tube pan with cooking spray and turn the fruit salad out into the pan.
  • Cover and freeze salad for at least 8 hours. Unmold and let stand at room temperature at least 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 122.3 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

MOM'S MOLDED FRUIT SALAD



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This has been a family favorite for decades. It's delish! Chilling time is cooking time. This salad keeps for several days, so you can make it ahead.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Fruit

Time 4h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (30 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
1 (8 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup mini marshmallows
1/2 cup chopped nuts (I use pecans)
1/2 pint whipping cream, whipped
1/2 cup sugar
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 (1 ounce) package gelatin
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Drain fruit, mix together and set aside.
  • Whip 1/2 pint cream, add 1/2 cup sugar and set aside.
  • Beat the cream cheese and add mayonnaise and set aside.
  • Dissolve gelatine in lemon juice over hot water, then add to mayonnaise and cheese mixture.
  • Add fruit, then fold in whipped cream, marshmallows and nuts.
  • Pour into mold or 9X13, and chill until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 37.5, Sodium 149.1, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 26.4, Protein 4.6

MOM'S FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Mom's Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nancy Sneed

Categories     Pineapple

Time 20m

Yield 14-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 bananas, sliced
1/2 lb seedless grapes, halved
4 ounces maraschino cherries, halved
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, well drained
1 can mandarin orange, well drained (may use fresh oranges)
2 golden delicious apples, cut in chunks
2 cups mini marshmallows
1 pint fresh whipping cream
almond extract

Steps:

  • Prepare fruits and put all together in a large bowl.
  • Mix whipping cream with 6 tsp of sugar and 1/4 tsp almond extract.
  • Add a couple of tablespoons of cherry juice to make it a pretty pink and give it extra flavor.
  • Add marshmallows and whipped cream to fruit and chill until ready to serve.

MOM'S FAVORITE FRUIT SALAD



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Mom got this recipe from the head cook when she worked at our middle school. She has been making it for every family gathering since, and I've even sent it to school for my son's birthday treat. His teacher asked for the recipe, and all the kids ate it up! (Cooking time is Chill time)

Provided by ajboyer222

Categories     Fruit

Time 2h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3 ounce) package instant tapioca pudding mix
1 (3 ounce) package lemon Jell-O gelatin
1 cup mini marshmallows
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges
2 (15 ounce) cans mixed chunky fruit
2 red apples, sliced with skin on
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
2 bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • Drain juices off cans of fruit and use to cook with pudding and jello.
  • Boil the tapioca, jello and fruit juice mixture 1-2 minutes or until liquid is clear.
  • Remove from heat and add marshmallows. Stir until melted.
  • Cool.
  • Mix fruit together. Pour cooled pudding/jello mixture over fruit and chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.9, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 107.8, Carbohydrate 50.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 38.2, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit. This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your salad.
  • Choose a variety of fruits. This will add color, flavor, and nutrients to your salad.
  • Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat and enjoy.
  • Toss the fruit with a dressing. This will help to coat the fruit and prevent it from browning.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will help to keep the fruit fresh and crisp.
  • Garnish the salad with mint or basil. This will add a refreshing flavor and aroma.

Conclusion:

With its vibrant colors, refreshing flavors, and nutritional benefits, fruit salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the bounty of fresh fruits. Whether you are looking for a light snack, a healthy dessert, or a side dish, fruit salad is a versatile and crowd-pleasing choice. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious treat, grab a bowl of fresh fruit and whip up a batch of this easy and refreshing fruit salad. Your taste buds will thank you!

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