Refreshing Fruit Salad 🍍🍊🍒

This delightful fruit salad is a colorful blend of flavors and textures, making it a perfect side dish for gatherings or a light dessert. It's simple to prepare and can be customized to include your favorite fruits! The creamy dressing adds a touch of sweetness that pairs wonderfully with the juicy fruits. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing treat on warm days! 🍽️✨

Ingredients

For the salad

• 1 can of pineapple chunks, drained
• 2 cans of mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 jar of maraschino cherries, halved
• 1 package of miniature marshmallows

For the dressing

• 1 container of sour cream

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, mandarin oranges, cherries, and marshmallows.

🍴 Mixing fruits right after draining prevents excess liquid from making the salad too watery.

2. Gently fold in the sour cream until all the fruits are coated.

🎉 You can use yogurt in place of sour cream for a tangy twist or to reduce calories.

3. Cover and chill for at least an hour before serving to meld the flavors.

Variations

• Tropical Twist: Add diced mango or kiwi for an exotic flair! 🥭
• Nuts About It: Sprinkle in some chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch and protein. 🌰
• Berry Good: Include strawberries or blueberries for a pop of color and additional flavor. 🍓
• Sweetness Level: If you like it a bit sweeter, drizzle with honey or maple syrup to taste.

🌈 Feel free to get creative! This recipe is flexible and can adapt to whatever fruits are in season or what you have on hand.