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Well-drained canned fruit is folded with yogurt, coconut, marshmallows and thawed whipped topping. Keeping liquid out protects the soft texture.
Ingredients and measurements
- 15 oz Mandarin oranges, drained well
- 20 oz pineapple chunks, drained well
- 12 oz maraschino cherries, drained well
- 3/4 cup vanilla Greek yogurt (6 oz container)
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 8 oz Cool Whip whipped topping, thawed
- Chopped pecans, as desired
Preparation and cooking
- Stage 1
Drain oranges, pineapple and cherries thoroughly and remove cherry stems. Thaw whipped topping in the refrigerator according to its label.
- Stage 2
Combine yogurt, coconut and marshmallows, then fold in the drained fruit. Fold in whipped topping gently with a spatula.
- Stage 3
Cover and refrigerate for about an hour. Fold lightly before serving rather than beating the mixture.
- Stage 4
Add optional nuts just before serving and keep the remaining salad chilled.
Drain it away. The yogurt and topping already provide the moisture needed for this mixture.
Can canned liquid be included?
Mandarin segments break easily and whipped topping loses volume with vigorous stirring.
Why fold gently?
Refrigerate perishable leftovers promptly in shallow containers at 40°F or below, within two hours or one hour above 90°F. Reheat cooked leftovers to 165°F; keep cold dishes chilled.
Storage and serving
For more recipes to serve alongside, see healthy cowboy caviar salad or chicken buttered noodles. Use that recipe’s own quantities rather than mixing formulas.
Recipe source and alternatives
This is an editorial revision of the archived formula with clarified preparation and original troubleshooting notes. A Pinch Of Lemon has not kitchen-tested this version. The linked reference supports food-safety guidance only, not the entire recipe. Photographs are illustrative. Reference: FoodSafety.gov chilling guidance.
Common Questions About This Recipe
- Can canned liquid be included?
Drain it away. The yogurt and topping already provide the moisture needed for this mixture.
- Why fold gently?
Mandarin segments break easily and whipped topping loses volume with vigorous stirring.