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5 Cup Salad

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A (No cooking required)
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert, Side Dish
  • Method: No-bake, Chill
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This creamy 5 Cup Salad is a refreshing and easy dessert or side dish for any occasion! Made with sweet mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, maraschino cherries, mini marshmallows, and sour cream, it’s a perfect treat for potlucks or family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  1. 1 cup mandarin oranges, drained
  2. 1 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
  3. 1 cup maraschino cherries, halved and drained
  4. 1 cup mini marshmallows
  5. 1 cup sour cream

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine mandarin oranges, pineapple tidbits, and maraschino cherries.
  • Add the mini marshmallows and gently mix everything together.
  • Fold in the sour cream until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend.
  • Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra sweetness, substitute sour cream with vanilla yogurt.
  • Add shredded coconut or chopped pecans for extra texture.
  • Can be prepared a day ahead for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg