Thursday, June 11, 2009

6/12 Foodie Friday

FoodieFridayLogo25 Gollum at Designs by Gollum is the hostess for “Foodie Friday” (clicking on the logo on the right will take you to her site)

Today I am going to share an easy fruit salad. This side salad is sure to brighten up your plate. It makes a great accompaniment to a lean serving of meat, fish or poultry and vegetables.

Tropical Ambrosia Salad

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  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Makes: 8 servings, 1/2 cup each

Ingredients

  • 2 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 banana, sliced
  • 1 large orange, peeled and sectioned (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup toasted coconut

Preparation

  • Mix all ingredients except coconut in bowl.
  • Refrigerate at least 15 minutes.
  • Stir in coconut just before serving

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40 comments:

  1. The MuseJune 11, 2009 at 9:15 PM

    That is one the nicest things on a Southern Summer evening!

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  2. ChandyJune 11, 2009 at 11:20 PM

    Hello Susan! Guess what? I made your croissant french toast! Yes I did and it was a hit with my dh! He ate it so quickly that I didn't even have time to grab my plate and join him in the bedroom! LOL

    My post is almost done. Hope you can visit soon!

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  3. Glenda/MidSouthJune 11, 2009 at 11:32 PM

    Would love to have a bowl of that right now!!!!!
    Glenda

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  4. Blondie's JournalJune 11, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    Hi Susan!

    I always wondered what was in Ambrosia Salad. It sounds and looks eally good! Thanks!!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  5. tamlovesranJune 11, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    Oh, it looks so good! This will make a great summer snack for my guys.

    Tammy

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  6. ShaamJune 12, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    Ooo I like ambrosia salad :)

    All the best,
    Allison

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  7. Four Paws and CoJune 12, 2009 at 12:13 AM

    Yummm, this sounds so good & I haven't had it in ages! Good one Susan! ☺ Diane

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  8. imjacobsmomJune 12, 2009 at 1:27 AM

    Susan, This is dangerous. I can't have this in the house. I will actually wake up and eat it in the middle of the night. It is so refreshing, especially when it is cool. Now I'll have to make this. ~ Robyn

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  9. BarbaraJune 12, 2009 at 4:16 AM

    Susan, This salad looks and sounds wonderful, I can't wait to make it. It is perfect for our 95 degree days we are having.

    Thanks
    Barbara

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  10. P.June 12, 2009 at 4:52 AM

    It looks very good.

    Alfazema

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  11. ShellbelleJune 12, 2009 at 6:12 AM

    This sounds refreshing for a hot summer day!

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  12. MarthaJune 12, 2009 at 7:39 AM

    We make this but our coconut is not toasted -- and we have no banana -- a good fruit salad and so easy to put together. I'm not sure what our name is but it isn't Tropical Ambrosia -- oh, I remember -- it's 5 cup! (Because each ingredient is a cup!) Good salad -- good choice for Foodie Friday.

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  13. UnknownJune 12, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    Oh, man I haven't had that in a long time-- very yummy!!

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  14. JoyceJune 12, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    My Aunt Millie would make this all the time and it was a staple at our family gatherings in the summer because it is so refreshing. Thanks for sharing your recipe with me.
    Joyce

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  15. Becky K.June 12, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    A wonderful summer treat!

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  16. squawmamaJune 12, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Wow Susan this looks so delish! I will be making it soon... It will be such a refreshing salad during the summer....

    (((HUGS)))
    Donna

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  17. SherrieJune 12, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    Hi Susan,
    This looks so good. Something light and good for a warm summer day. Thanks for sharing! Have a great day!

    Sherrie
    http://100sweets.blogspot.com/2009/06/strawberry-salad.html

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  18. g.suzieJune 12, 2009 at 9:09 AM

    Looks like a simple, summer recipe, I'm all about easy, in the summertime too! Thanks for sharing!!! Have a great weekend. . .

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  19. KBeauJune 12, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    Sounds delicious. I just love a good fruit salad.

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  20. Mary BergfeldJune 12, 2009 at 9:59 AM

    Susan this is a lovely old-fashioned salad. When the oldies were good they were great and your recipe falls into the great category. We use to have this on the groaning board for all our family holidays. I had forgotten about it - thanks so much for the reminder.

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  21. The Fajdich TimesJune 12, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    Easy and looks sooooo good. Can't wait to try:) Have a wonderful weekend:)

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  22. Tammy518June 12, 2009 at 11:08 AM

    This sounds so good, and refreshing. Just right for summer.

    And LOL about your comment on my blog about the crab! I hope you're able to get some this weekend!

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  23. UnknownJune 12, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    Oh wow, my mother has made something very similar all of our lives and it still remains a favorite! Ambrosia is the food of the Gods.
    Happy Twirls

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  24. ChandyJune 12, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    Susan, thank you for remembering today...

    I do make pansit and lumpias shanghai (the tiny ones), but since dh had to be out of town, I'll have to wait on making lumpias until Monday as I don't have any wrappers. But this recipe link is very close to mine, so come check it out.

    I will make pansit tonight in honor of my country's independence Day. I've never written down the recipe, so I will tonight and send you a copy.

    http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Lumpia-Shanghai-version/Detail.aspx

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  25. Beach House DreamerJune 12, 2009 at 12:46 PM

    This would be delicious as a side kick to a grilled salmon!

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  26. AnonymousJune 12, 2009 at 1:35 PM

    That sounds delicious - my family would love it.

    Come by and enter my giveaway!

    Lisa

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  27. BettyJune 12, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    Hi Susan,

    Thanks for sharing your fruit salad recipe. Sounds delicious.

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  28. Linda (Nina's Nest)June 12, 2009 at 3:55 PM

    Susan, that sounds like a cool, refreshing dish - love it! Linda

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  29. AnonymousJune 12, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    Oh my that looks good! I love fruit salads.

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  30. Sara's Sweet SurpriseJune 12, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    This screams out summer to me. What a wonderfully tropical treat. Now that summer fruits are available it motivates me into making lighter fresher desserts like your Tropical Ambrosia Salad.

    Sweet wishes,
    Sara

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  31. ellen b.June 12, 2009 at 5:48 PM

    Hi Susan,
    This dessert sounds yummy and I love the individual dessert dishes...

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  32. JustineJune 12, 2009 at 6:08 PM

    Mmm... that looks and sounds so light and refreshing!

    Justine ;o )

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  33. MaryJune 12, 2009 at 6:36 PM

    Hi Susan, thanks for visiting my blog. I've read all four of the books and now I'm rereading them. They're not just for teens! If you scroll down to the bottom of my blog, you can watch the New Moon trailer. :O) Mary @Boogieboard Cottage

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  34. Robin LambrightJune 12, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    Who doesn't love ambrosia!

    It is the really simple things that are always the best.

    Blessings
    Robin

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  35. annies homeJune 12, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    sounds delicious hubby loves ambrosia I have never toasted the coconut before this would probably make it even better

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  36. Rattlebridge FarmJune 12, 2009 at 10:08 PM

    I am always looking for recipes with a prep time of 10. Sometimes it's the writing that takes up the day, and sometimes it's goat-chasing and fence mending. This fruit salad looks like it took hours to make! Hope you have a great weekend.
    XX 00

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  37. Bumble Bee CottageJune 13, 2009 at 3:19 AM

    Hi Susan, I haven't thought about Ambrosia for years. My Aunty used to make it for every family BBQ - thanks for the reminder! Have a great weekend :)

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  38. akawestJune 13, 2009 at 12:36 PM

    I would like a big bowl! That looks so refreshing, and anything with coconut is always yummy.

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  39. Karen at Nittany InspirationsJune 13, 2009 at 4:53 PM

    This is the perfect dish to take to a church cover dish dinner. Yum

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  40. BetteJune 13, 2009 at 9:10 PM

    this looks easy susan. and coconut is bountiful in this side of the world. i think i'd give this a try.

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