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ambrosia salad in bowl with apple and grape
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Healthier Ambrosia Salad

Light and full of citrus flavor, this Ambrosia recipe is filled with fruit, coconut, and a light yogurt and whipped topping dressing.
Prep Time15 minutes
1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Brunch, Dessert, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Avocado Mayonnaise, Simple
Servings: 8
Calories: 73kcal
Author: Janna

Equipment

  • Glass mixing bowl
  • Glass covered dish

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups pineapple fresh, chopped
  • 1 can mandarin oranges in light syrup
  • 1 cup green grape halves
  • 1 cup apple chopped
  • 2 tbsp coconut shredded
  • 2 tsp lemon juice

Dressing

  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt fat free
  • 2 tbsp avocado mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup whipped topping fat free
  • 1 tbsp orange juice unsweetened
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Chop pineapple and place in colinder to drain with mandarin oranges.
  • Wash and chop an apple and grapes. Sprinkle lemon juice on apple to prevent browning. Set aside.

Dressing

  • Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and cool whip in a glass bowl.
  • Stir in orange juice and salt.
  • Add pineapple, mandarin oranges, apple, grapes, and coconut to the dressing. Gently toss to coat with dressing.
  • Cover and refridgerate for at least one hour.