DELIGHTFUL FRUIT SALAD

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"As much or as little Cool Whip can be added - to taste. If I have some mandarin oranges or maraschino cherries, I add a few to the top. I used this recipe as a salad, but my friends say it is good enough to be a dessert!" -Elaine Bailey, Bloomfield, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 24 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-3/4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 package (16 ounces) acini di pepe pasta
3 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
2 cans (20 ounces each) pineapple chunks, drained
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour and salt. Gradually stir in pineapple juice. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gently stir in lemon juice. , Transfer to a large bowl. Cool to room temperature without stirring. Cover surface of dressing with waxed paper; refrigerate until cooled., Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a very large bowl; stir in the oranges, pineapple, marshmallows, coconut and dressing. Fold in whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 4g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Ahmed Elgendy
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This fruit salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Samukelumusa Snenhlahla
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The dressing for this fruit salad is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Nishan Gamer
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I love the combination of fruits in this salad. The strawberries, blueberries, and bananas are all so sweet and juicy.


basit Olawale
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This fruit salad is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and it's so easy to make.


Fayisa Seifu
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I made this fruit salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Stephanie Richter
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This fruit salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Momin Chandio
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I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this one was actually really good! The dressing was tangy and sweet, and the fruit was fresh and flavorful.


Abdullah Akon
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This fruit salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.


Alihamzaranjha Hamza786
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I made this fruit salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Nalunga Racheal
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This fruit salad was a delightful and refreshing treat! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and the dressing was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.