Classic Ambrosia Salad by Stress Free Recipes

Ingredients

• 2 cup miniature marshmallows
• 3/4 cup sweetened coconut flakes
• 15 oz mandarin oranges, drained
• 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved
• 4 oz pineapple tidbits, drained
• 1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 cup honey vanilla greek yogurt

Instructions

1. Zest the lemon to obtain 1/2 teaspoon of zest and juice it to get 1 tablespoon of juice; set both aside.
2. Combine the marshmallows, coconut, drained oranges, halved cherries, drained pineapple, and grapes in a large mixing bowl, stirring gently to combine.
3. Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract in a separate large bowl using an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
4. Fold the lemon juice, lemon zest, and Greek yogurt into the whipped cream mixture until fully incorporated.
5. Pour the dressing over the fruit and marshmallow mixture, folding gently with a spatula until all ingredients are evenly coated.
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes before serving, stirring once more just before plating.