Description
Indulge in the creamy, fruity goodness of this nostalgic Orange Dreamsicle Salad. A delightful blend of vanilla pudding, orange juice, mandarin oranges, pineapple, whipped topping, and mini marshmallows, this salad is a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 can (11 oz) mandarin oranges (drained)
- 1 can (8 oz) crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Mix the Pudding: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix, milk, and orange juice until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add the Toppings: Fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Gently stir in the drained mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, and mini marshmallows.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill. Stir gently before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, you can add shredded coconut or chopped pecans.
- Make sure all fruit is well-drained to prevent the salad from becoming too runny.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
