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5 Cup Salad

A sweet and creamy fruit salad with shredded coconut, marshmallows, bananas, mandarin oranges, and sour cream.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 1 cup diced bananas
  • 1 cup canned mandarin oranges drained
  • 1 cup sour cream or yogurt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and equipment.
  2. Dice the bananas and drain the mandarin oranges.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded coconut, marshmallows, diced bananas, and mandarin oranges.
  4. Add the sour cream or yogurt and fold gently to coat all ingredients.
  5. Mix until the salad is evenly coated, being careful not to mash the fruit.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Scoop the chilled salad into a serving dish before serving.
  8. Enjoy your 5 Cup Salad immediately for best freshness.

Notes

Use fresh fruit and chill the salad for the best flavor and texture.