Description
A refreshing and vibrant fruit salad perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cubed
- 2 cups seedless grapes (red or green), halved
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Start by preparing your fruit. As you slice the strawberries and cube the pineapple, you’ll notice how vibrant everything looks—it’s like building a bowl of sunshine.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple, grapes, mandarin oranges, and strawberries. Gently toss them together so the juices start to mingle slightly.
- In a separate bowl, mix the whipped topping, sour cream, and honey until smooth and creamy. This is the heart of the Hawaiian fruit salad—the element that ties all the bright flavors together with a soft, velvety touch.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the fruit and gently fold everything together. Take your time here; you want to keep the fruit intact while ensuring every piece gets coated.
- Add the mini marshmallows and shredded coconut, folding them in last. They add that nostalgic sweetness and a subtle chew that makes this dish so memorable.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. This resting time allows the flavors to blend beautifully, creating a perfectly chilled and refreshing Hawaiian fruit salad.
Notes
- This salad is best served chilled for optimal flavor.
- Feel free to substitute fruits based on availability or preference.
- Perfect for picnics and barbecues.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg