MOM'S MISTAKE FRUIT SALAD

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My Mom had no mother growing up, to teach her to cook. So,being a new wife & mother herself, she ask someone how to make fruit salad & they told her, "Just like you do potato salad", meaning a bunch of cut up stuff & then a sauce on it. She took it literally, I guess, so, she cut up the fruit & put a potato salad sauce on it....

Provided by Peggi Anne Tebben

Categories     Other Salads

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 oranges, peeled with a knife (no white pith on them) & cut up
1 can(s) fruit coctail ,drained or canned peaches or pears will work, just whatever you have handy.
1 1/2 c red or green seedless grapes ( i use red for color)
1 1/2 c fresh (if possible) or canned (drained) pineapple chunks, cut up
2 apples cored & cut up (leave skin on)
4 large bananas, sliced up ( you can never get too much bananas in it)
2/3 c chopped pecans
THE DRESSING:
1 c real mayonnaise or miracle whip salad dressing
1 1/2 Tbsp prepared mustard
2 - 3 dash(es) worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. Cut up fruits into large bowl, in order given, so they don't brown on you.
  • 2. In another smaller bowl, mix the dressing ingredients. Pour on fruits & toss to mix. May need more or less dressing. I never measure things. Put alot of dressing on it though. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.
  • 3. Right before serving, add the chopped pecans. You can either mix in or just garnish the top with them or both. If you put them in too early, they soften up & if you have any leftovers for the next day, they won't be crunchy.
  • 4. Note: I usually serve this with the meal. That's when I eat it. You could also just serve it as a dessert though.

Ashlynn Nykole
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This fruit salad is the perfect summer treat. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


Pearl Silmon
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I made this fruit salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Jeshua Cunairun
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This fruit salad is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit. They'll love the sweet dressing and the colorful fruits.


Aaron Smith
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I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this one is actually really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Corey Pflug
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This fruit salad is the perfect healthy dessert. It's sweet and satisfying, but it's also good for you.


SHABIR Nawaz
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I love the combination of fruits in this salad. It's so refreshing and delicious.


SIMON GETAHUN
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This fruit salad is the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.


Tyshawn Bagley
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This fruit salad is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I always have a bowl of it in the fridge.


Precious Sunday
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I love that this fruit salad can be made with any type of fruit. I always use what's in season.


Teena S
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This fruit salad is the perfect healthy snack. It's filling and satisfying, but it's also low in calories.


Ultra Bot
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I've never made fruit salad before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. It turned out great!


H.G chandrika
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This fruit salad is a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit. They'll love the sweet dressing and the colorful fruits.


Brinder Dugala
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I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this one is actually really good. The dressing is what makes it.


Arslan Ch
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This fruit salad is perfect for a summer party or picnic. It's light and refreshing and everyone will love it.


Bipasa Aktar
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I love that this fruit salad is so easy to make. I can have it ready in just a few minutes.


Viola Nab
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This is the best fruit salad I've ever had! The fruits are fresh and flavorful and the dressing is to die for.


Ahmed Sarhan
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I've made this fruit salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Soikat Biswas
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This fruit salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of fruits and the dressing was light and refreshing.