Description
Sunshine Salad is a vibrant and refreshing fruit medley that brings a tropical twist to any occasion. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light dessert on warm days, this delightful salad features a colorful mix of fresh pineapple, sweet Mandarin oranges, and ripe bananas, all combined with a hint of sugar-free vanilla pudding for added creaminess. Not only does it please the palate with its juicy flavors, but it also offers a guilt-free indulgence that’s low in calories and high in nutrients. Serve it in cups for an elegant presentation or alongside greens for a crunchy contrast; Sunshine Salad is sure to be the star of your next gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh pineapple (cored and cut into chunks)
- 1 can (15 oz) Mandarin oranges in light syrup
- 2 bananas (peeled and sliced)
- 1 box (4 servings) Jell-O sugar-free vanilla instant pudding
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Keep Mandarin oranges in their syrup and chop the pineapple into bite-sized chunks.
- Slice bananas into rounds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all fruits and sprinkle the dry pudding mix over them without adding milk.
- Gently stir until the fruits are coated with the pudding mix.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe fruits for optimal sweetness and flavor. Chill well to enhance the taste; allow at least one hour before serving. Experiment with additional fruits like strawberries or mangoes for variety.