Mandarin Orange Dessert Salad

Brighten up your dessert table with this creamy, dreamy Mandarin Orange Dessert Salad—a no-bake treat that's as easy to make as it is delicious! Featuring tender mandarin oranges, juicy pineapple chunks, fluffy mini marshmallows, and sweetened coconut flakes, this dessert salad is elevated with a luscious blend of sour cream and whipped topping for the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Optional crunchy pecans or walnuts add a delightful texture, making this chilled salad a crowd-pleasing favorite for holidays, potlucks, or any occasion. Ready in just 15 minutes, this refreshing and nostalgic recipe is a must-try for lovers of retro desserts and fruit salads!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups mandarin oranges, canned (drained)
• 2 cups mini marshmallows
• 1.5 cups pineapple chunks, canned (drained)
• 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping (thawed if frozen)
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mandarin oranges, mini marshmallows, drained pineapple chunks, and sweetened coconut flakes.

Step 2

Gently fold in the sour cream until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 3

Add the whipped cream (or whipped topping) to the bowl and carefully fold until the salad becomes light and fluffy. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to preserve the airy texture.

Step 4

If using nuts, gently fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend and the salad to chill.

Step 6

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and transfer to a serving dish or individual bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1958.3 grams (1958.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3851

Total Fat 239.70g	307%
Saturated Fat 163.10g	815%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 431mg	144%
Sodium 498mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 441.20g	160%
Dietary Fiber 31.30g	112%
Total Sugars 314.20g
Protein 27.70g	55%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 636mg	49%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2022mg	43%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.5%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 43.8%