Experience a divine fusion of delectable fruity goodness and crunchy walnuts with our irresistible ambrosia fruit salad recipe.
Introducing our mouthwatering pistachio ambrosia fruit salad, a delectable blend of juicy fruits and crunchy pistachios that will leave you wanting more. With a touch of aromatic vanilla flavor from Singing Dog Vanilla’s alcohol-free extract, this dish is elevated to new heights, adding a warm and mellow depth that complements the natural sweetness of the fruit and the nutty goodness of pistachios. Perfect for any occasion, our pistachio ambrosia fruit salad is easy to make and devour. So why not treat yourself and your loved ones to this heavenly dessert today?
How to Make Pistachio Ambrosia Fruit Salad
Ingredients:
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2 3.4 oz boxes of instant pistachio pudding mix
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Two tubs of thawed cool whip (dairy or dairy-free works)
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1 20 oz can of crushed pineapple (do not drain juice)
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1 15 oz can mandarin oranges (drained)
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1 10 oz jar stemless maraschino cherries (drained)
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1/2 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract
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2 cups mini marshmallows
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1 cup chopped walnuts
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1 cup shredded coconut
Directions:
- In a large glass bowl, stir together both pudding mixes, the crushed pineapple, and the juice of the pineapple. The mixture will begin to turn green and thicken.
- Fold both tubs of whipped cream into your pistachio pudding mixture. Using a rubber spatula, combine these two very well.
- Then, add in your oranges, cherries, marshmallows, vanilla, walnuts, and coconut. Stir again until all combined well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. You want the ambrosia salad to be thoroughly cold before serving.
Storage: pistachio ambrosia salad will remain good for up to three days in the refrigerator if you keep it covered.
Our friend Nicole Kendrick made this recipe for her food blog Golden Grace Kitchen.
Pistachio Ambrosia Fruit Salad
Ingredients
- 2 3.4 oz. Instant Pistachio Pudding Mix
- 2 tubs cool whip (thawed. dairy-free if needed)
- 1 20 oz. Crushed Pinapple (do not drain the juice)
- 1 15 oz. Mandrain Oranges (drained)
- 1 10 oz. Stemless Maraschino Cherries (drained)
- ½ tsp Alcohol-Free Vanilla
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- In a large glass bowl, stir together both pudding mixes, the crushed pineapple, and the juice of the pineapple. The mixture will begin to turn green and thicken.
- Fold both tubs of whipped cream into your pistachio pudding mixture. Using a rubber spatula, combine these two very well.
- Then, add in your oranges,cherries, marshmallows, vanilla, walnuts, and coconut. Stir again until allcombined well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. You want the ambrosia salad to be thoroughly cold before serving.
